The animal personality types below represent the 8 cognitive types based on the work of Psychologist Carl Jung. All 8 are unique, and worthy of love and acceptance.
The Animal Genius Quiz® gives kids a first step in identifyng their preferences and strengths. When kids learn these about themselves they develop self-awareness and a strong sense of self.
The animals are categorized by those who have a preference for Introversion and Extroversion.
Every child wants to be fully known & truly loved
The Beaver
Scheduled, organized and cautious. These kiddos are happiest with a reliable schedule that doesn't change frequently and no risk involvement. They are private, literal and detail oriented and enjoy working on projects alone. They enjoy one-on-one time and thrive on goal setting, rules, direction and preparation. Life is serious business for these hard working and resourceful "Master Builder's" of the world.
The PANDA
Intensely private, creative and idea oriented. They're happiest when their efforts and unique ideas help others to grow and learn. They enjoy autonomy and want to be recognized as trustworthy, unique, capable and insightful individuals. These kiddos prefers a calm environment where they can think, process and create in their inner world. Understanding the meaning behind things is their goal in life.
The MEERKAT
Moralistic, gentle and sensitive with a creative yet complex inner world. They're happiest in calm, cooperative and supportive environments where they can pursue meaningful matters. These kiddos need plenty of scheduled alone time to process their intrinsic gut feelings and analyze the world. They are deeply in tune with others' feelings and needs and tend to take on a peacemaker role. Life is about understanding what makes people tick.
The OWL
Curious, self sufficient and natural problem solvers. They're happiest when given opportunities to figure out independently how systems work and finding solutions or ideas for how to make them better. These kiddos prefer a private environment where they can observe others, act on their own time and not be told what to do. Life is a system and this kiddo will figure out the most efficient and thorough way to live.
The Beaver
Scheduled, organized and cautious. These kiddos are happiest with a reliable schedule that doesn't change frequently and no risk involvement. They are private, literal and detail oriented and enjoy working on projects alone. They enjoy one-on-one time and thrive on goal setting, rules, direction, and preparation. Life is serious business for these hard-working and resourceful "Master Builder's" of the world.
The panda
Intensely private, creative and idea-oriented. They're happiest when their efforts and unique ideas help others to grow and learn. They appreciate autonomy and being trustworthy, unique, capable and insightful individuals. These kiddos prefer a calm environment where they can think, process and create in their inner world. Understanding the meaning behind things is their goal in life.
The MEERKAT
Moralistic, gentle and sensitive with a creative yet complex inner world. They're happiest in calm, cooperative and supportive environments where they can pursue meaningful matters. These kiddos need plenty of scheduled alone time to process their natural gut feelings and analyze the world. They are deeply in tune with others' feelings and needs and tend to take on a peacemaker role. Life is about understanding what makes people tick.
The OWL
Curious, self-sufficient and natural problem solvers. They're happiest when given opportunities to figure out independently how systems work and finding solutions or ideas for how to make them better. These kiddos prefer a private environment where they can observe others, act on their own time and not be told what to do. Life is a system, and this kiddo will figure out the most efficient and thorough way to live.
Dominant Cognitive Function:
Introverted Thinking
INTP // ISTP
Dominant Cognitive Function: Introverted Feeling
ISFP // INFP
Dominant Cognitive Function: Introverted Intuition
INFJ // INTJ
Dominant Cognitive Function: Introverted Sensing
ISTJ // ISFJ
The introverts
The BORDER collie
“Collie” is the Scottish Gaelic word for “Useful.” They are logical, determined, competent and organized and prefer an environment where they can use their intelligence, lead others and are kept active. These kiddos are happiest when given opportunities to be in charge and compete. They enjoy challenges, debates and interacting with a variety of people. Life is one big competition and they're determined to win.
The otter
Fun, adventurous, energetic and spontaneous. These kiddos are FULL of life with tons of energy who do everything in a BIG way. They prefer an uninhibited environment where they can be friends with everyone and experience life hands-on. These kiddos are extremely aware of their surroundings and happiest when given opportunities to try new things and be the center of attention. Life is seen as one big party!
The parrot
An energetic and whimsical innovator who is simultaneously social and independent. According to these big picture kiddos, all things are possible, all things are debatable and all activities are worth trying. They prefer an environment where they are encouraged to seek new challenges and the 'why's' behind rules are explained. Life is one grand adventure.
The elephant
Friendly, outgoing and organized. They're happiest when helping others, planning social events or participating in activities that involve people - ALL of the people. These kiddos prefer a harmonious and cooperative environment where they are praised and valued. Life is all about genuine relationships and connecting with people.
The BORDER collie
“Collie” is the Scottish Gaelic word for “useful.” They are logical, determined, competent and organized and prefer an environment where they can use their intelligence, lead others and are kept active. These kiddos are happiest when given opportunities to be in charge and compete. They enjoy challenges, debates and interacting with a variety of people. Life is one big competition, and they're determined to win.
The otter
Fun, adventurous, energetic and spontaneous. These kiddos are FULL of life with tons of energy who do everything in a BIG way. They prefer an uninhibited environment where they can be friends with everyone and experience life hands-on. These kiddos are incredibly aware of their surroundings and happiest when given opportunities to try new things and be the center of attention. Life is seen as one big party!
The PARROT
An energetic and whimsical innovator who is simultaneously social and independent. According to these big picture kiddos, all things are possible, all things are debatable, and all activities are worth trying. They prefer an environment where they are encouraged to seek new challenges and the 'why's' behind rules are explained. Life is one grand adventure.
The ELEPHANT
Friendly, outgoing and organized. They're happiest when helping others, planning social events or participating in activities that involve people - ALL of the people. These kiddos prefer a harmonious and cooperative environment with lots of praise and affection. Life is all about genuine relationships and connecting with people.
*The above descriptions should be viewed as examples of possible behaviors that a child may demonstrate, and not as absolute facts. They are meant to provide an awareness of different personality type preferences and should not be used to suppress a child's uniqueness. There is no 'bad' personality type. They are all awesome and all needed in our world.
Dominant Cognitive Function: Extraverted Thinking
ENTJ // ESTJ
Dominant Cognitive Function: Extraverted Sensing
ESFP // ESTP
Dominant Cognitive Function: Extraverted Intuition
ENFP // ENTP
Dominant Cognitive Function: Extraverted Feeling
ENFJ // ESFJ
The Extraverts
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