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How do you learn best? Take this quiz to discover your learning superpower

Did you know that everyone learns differently?

Everyone has a learning style, which is the way their brain likes to take in new information.  

Some people learn best when looking at pictures. Some love listening. Other people learn best when moving around. There’s no wrong way to learn—just your way! 

Ready to discover your learning superpower? Take the quiz below to find out which of the five, fun learning styles sounds most like you! 

 

1. Your friend is trying to explain a board game to you. What helps you understand the rules best?

Seeing a diagram or a picture of how the game works 
Having someone explain the rules out loud 
Reading the instruction booklet myself 
Playing the game and learning as I go 
Playing a practice round together as a group 

2. Your class is taking a field trip to a museum. What's your favorite part?

Looking at the displays, maps or other exhibits 
Listening to the tour guide or the teacher as they explain each exhibit 
Reading the signs, panels and brochures 
Touching the interactive exhibits  
Exploring with friends and talking about what we see 

3. You have some free time to learn about something new. What do you do?

Watch videos or look at photos  
Listen to a podcast, audiobook or ask an expert to tell me about the topic 
Check out books and magazines from the library so I can read about it 
Find a way to do an experiment or create something related to the topic 
Talk to my friends or other people about the topic and what we’re learning

4. Your family is going somewhere new. How do you help everyone find their way?

Look at a map, explore on a GPS or follow road signs 
Ask someone for directions and listen carefully 
Write down the directions before I go 
Start walking and figure it out along the way 
Talk with my siblings or parents to figure out how we can figure it out together 

5. Comfortable spaces are important to learning! What does your dream classroom look like?

Colorful posters, diagrams and pictures everywhere 
Round tables and a podium for lots of discussions, debates and opportunities to talk 
A quiet reading space, plenty of books and a dedicated time to read 
Spaces for experiments, standing desks and other ways to move and interact throughout the day 
Tables for group projects and other teamwork activities 

Your Totals

A: 0

B: 0

C: 0

D: 0

E: 0

Results:  

Add up your score by totaling the number you chose of each letter. Read more about the learning styles below! 

Mostly a’s:  

You are a visual learner! Your brain lights up when you see colors, pictures, diagrams or charts. So grab your colorful pens and let your eyes lead the way to your best learning! 

Mostly b’s:  

You are an auditory learner! You have a gift for listening and love conversation. So try turning your notes into a song, reading out loud or finding a podcast or audiobook on your favorite topic to unlock your full potential!    

Mostly c’s:  

You are a reading and writing learner! You have a way with words and talent for organizing your thoughts—so dive into a great book, fill those notebooks and write your way to brighter future!  

Mostly d’s:  

You are a kinesthetic learner! This means that you learn best when you are moving and making things happen. Try hands-on experiments or act out what you’re learning. 

Mostly e’s:  

You are a social learner! You have a natural gift for connecting with others and bringing people together, so study groups and gathering with friends can help you learn best.   

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