The Different Learning Styles of Children

Just as each child develops at their own pace, they also absorb information through their own style of learning. Understanding your child’s learning style will be invaluable when it comes to helping your preschooler do better in school. When we adjust the way we teach to each child’s learning style, we help foster a love of learning and can significantly increase their performance at school.

 

 

Over a number of years and through hundreds of research studies, education experts have been able to identify three main types of learning styles; auditory, physical, and visual. Let’s delve into each type of learner and discuss the concept of each to help you determine how your child processes information:

 

The Auditory Learner

Children that are auditory learners absorb information best when they hear it through verbal instructions. Preschoolers who quickly learn a tune just from hearing their teacher sing it or follow directions to a “T” after being told once or twice are auditory learners. Auditory learners often have the ability to ascertain the true meaning of someone’s words just by listening to audible signals such as change in tone or level of loudness. Encouraging auditory learners to participate in class discussions, ask questions, and repeat new information as they are learning it will help them grasp concepts more quickly.

The Physical Learner

Preschoolers who are physical learners will use their hands or bodies to make new discoveries about the world around them. The physical learning style, also known as “tactual-Kinesthetic learning,” relies on a sense of touch to grasp new concepts or information. Role-playing helps a physical learner practice skills and behaviors. It helps for physical learners to move around and experiment with new concepts. Physical learners love hands-on activities like cutting construction paper, coloring, or using beads or other objects when learning how to count. Sports activities are great for physical learners as it satisfies their need for movement.

The Visual Learner

Visual learners operate best when observing someone doing an activity or demonstrating a new concept. Those preschoolers with a visual learning style will often be spotted leafing through a picture book, playing with puzzles or shapes, or drawing pictures to describe something. Visual learners rely on their sense of sight to take in and understand information or concepts in the world around them. They often have a keen power of observation and will watch your facial expressions and lip movement as you discuss something with them. When learning to write letters, visual learners will pick up the concept quickest by watching their teachers demonstrate how to write each stroke.

There are many benefits of knowing your child’s learning style. Since the different learning styles require different methods of keeping your child motivated & successful in the classroom, knowing the strengths of each learning style can help your child absorb information quicker and more accurately. Here at Kids ‘R’ Kids, we cater to a range of learning styles. Our award winning curriculum and unique teaching styles help preschoolers and children in Pre K learn at a pace and in an environment that’s best for them. Contact us today to find out more about our early education programs and how we can help foster the best learning environment for your young child.