There is an intricate literacy to Gardner's multiple intelligences theory that unlocks key entry points for differentiated learning. Using a well-articulated framework, rich with graphic representations, Williams provides a comprehensive discussion of multiple intelligences. He moves the teacher and students from curiosity, to confidence, to competence in understanding and using the multiple intelligences theory in the most practical ways in curriculum, instruction and assessment. Following a introduction, this book is divided into four parts. Part I, Introducing Multiple Intelligences (Getting Acquainted with the Theory), presents: (1) The Beginning: Founder and Theory; (2) Gardner's Criteria for Distinguishing an Intelligence; (3) Proponents for Application of the Theory; and (4) Implications for Differentiation. Part II, Multiple Entries to Differentiation, continues with: (5) Brain Theory; (6) Curriculum/Standards--Any Subject; (7) Instruction--Calling for Attention--Curiosity; and (8) Assessing Active Engagement.; and (9) Conclusion. Part III, Multiple Connections for Differentiation, continues with: (10) Constructivist Theory; (11) Curriculum/Standards--Focus On Concepts; (12) Instruction--Memory, Confidence; and (13) Assessing Conceptual Grasp. Part IV, Multiple Representations in Differentiation, concludes with: (14) Transfer Theory; (15) Curriculum/Standards--Focus on Details; (16) Instruction--Depth Understanding--Competence; and (17) Assessing Performance and Application. A conclusion and bibliography are also included.