I think the notion of multiple intelligence is that every possesses some level of each, just that one may be better in one (or a few) intelligences while "weaker" in others.
The key would be knowing the 8:
- Verbal-Linguistic – The ability to read, write, speak and memorize words.
- Logical-Mathematical – The ability to deal with logic, numbers, reasoning and critical thinking.
- Musical – The sensitivity to sounds, rhythm, tones and the ability to sing, play musical instruments and even compose melody.
- Visual-Spatial – The ability to generally be aware of one’s surroundings, such as the ability to judge distance, depth, height, size, volume, and the ability to use read maps, etc.
- Body-Kinesthetics – The ability to use one’s body effectively, essential for roles such as a dancer, actor or surgeon.
- Interpersonal – The ability to understand and communicate with other people.
- Intrapersonal – The ability to understand one’s own interest and goals, and to control one’s emotion.
- Naturalistic – The ability to understand the natural environment.
and observing your child to identify which is/are the stronger ones.