Kinaesthetic learners benefit from working with information hands on.

Kinaesthetic learners typically:

  • learn mainly through the sense of touch.
  • learn best through hands-on activities.
  • work really well on projects, such as creating models or mini-books.
  • move when learning, such as tapping fingers or swinging legs.
  • enjoy having lists and plans.
  • learn best in a classroom when the teacher moves around and uses expressive body language.
  • learn well when the learning is "fun".

Outside of learning, kinaesthetic learners typically:

  • are very good in physical activities, such as running, swimming or dancing.
  • have a great sense of coordination and orientation.
  • have trouble being able to sit still for a long period of time.
  • have great hand-eye coordination.
  • are easily distracted by their environment.
  • make great performers and actors.

When it comes to learning vocabulary, kinaesthetic learners are recommended to:

  • use flashcards and arrange them in groups to show relationships between words.
  • take frequent, short breaks when learning and practicing new words.
  • use an electronic device to reinforce the sense of touch (due to the involvement of visual, auditory and the use of your hands on a keyboard).
  • trace words with your fingers to learn spellings (also known as "finger spelling").
  • focus on doing things - not just reading or listening.