When it comes to teaching your child, one of the most important aspects of instruction to consider is learning styles models.  In order for your child to learn, you have to teach in your child’s preferred learning style.

There are several learning styles models which have been identified.  Each of them is a different way to understand how learners learn. Therefore, it is helpful for you to understand each way of looking at your child’s learning needs.

What are the primary learning styles models?


The primary learning styles models are:

If you analyze your child’s learning to determine his or her individual learning needs through each of these models, it will help you teach in a way that is helpful to your young learner.

If you provide instruction that is not in your child’s primary means for learning information, you will waste your time and effort. Additionally, it will frustrate your learner because she will not be able to learn from the instruction.

For a comprehensive understanding of learning styles, watch this YouTube video (opens in new window):

Learning styles do exist: Understanding the 12 ways of learning
I’ve created Learning Styles Models pages where I share information about the various learning styles, I also have provided resources you can use to determine the primary learning styles of your child.   By understanding HOW your child learns best, you will better be able to teach him.

In each of the following pages, there are tools you can use to figure out your child’s learning style based on that particular learning styles models. Access each section by clicking on the links below.