7. Types of Intelligences Linguistic Explanation and understanding through the use of words. Visual Explanation and comprehension through the use of pictures, graphs, maps, etc. Body/Kinesthetic Ability to use the body to express ideas, accomplish tasks, create moods, etc. Interpersonal Ability to get along with others, work with others to accomplish tasks. Mathematical Use of logic and mathematical models to represent and work with ideas. Musical Ability to recognize and communicate using melody, rhythm, and harmony. Intrapersonal Learning through self-knowledge leading to understanding of motives, goals, strengths and weaknesses. Environmental Ability to recognize elements of the natural world around us and learn from them.