Posts Tagged ‘Montessori method’
How to Talk to Children So They Will Listen and Respond – The Montessori Way
How to Talk to Children So They Will Listen and Respond – The Montessori Way Struggling to find the right words to say so that children will listen is a rite of passage for parents and caregivers. Learning how to improve communication with children is more than just getting them to do something; it is…
Read MoreMontessori’s Approach to Language
Montessori’s Approach to Language Maria Montessori was a firm believer (backed up by scientific evidence) that a child is born with all he needs to acquire language. With that in mind, there are a variety of ways adults can support a young child’s language development, particularly by creating a conducive environment for language learning. At…
Read MoreWhat Is the Importance of “Why, Why, Why?”
What Is the Importance of “Why, Why, Why?” It’s magical to witness a child’s wonder. It’s fascinating to observe a child’s curiosity. It can be exhausting to hear a three-year-old ask as many questions as he or she can in a single vehicle ride. Do you want to tap into more of that positive energy…
Read MoreTeaching Social Skills: Seven Points to Consider
Teaching Social Skills: Seven Points to Consider If you ask any parent why preschool is important, you’ll almost certainly hear “socialization” named as one of the top priorities—and with good reason. Social skills development is critical for children, especially during the first six years of life. However, simply “being around” other youngsters is insufficient. Fundamental…
Read MoreDiscovering Freedom in Routine
Discovering Freedom in Routine “He (the child) lives in a sort of everlasting present. He does not hurry as we do towards the end of the action, because for him the end of the action is the action itself.” —E. M. Standing, Maria Montessori, Her Life and Work Routines, not lesson plans, should be prioritized.…
Read MoreWhy Circle Time is Important in a Montessori Classroom?
Why Circle Time is Important in a Montessori Classroom A classroom in Montessori is a busy place in the morning. Children participate in self-directed and teacher-leading courses. You work, you are active, you are active and you have time. It’s Circle Time before you know! Circle Time cannot be underestimated in Montessori. Circle time is…
Read More5 Ways to Raise Self-Assured Children
5 Ways to Raise Self-Assured Children As parents, we want our children to have a strong sense of self-worth that they can build on as they grow older and confront the decisions and challenges that come with becoming healthy, happy, and content adults. Self-assurance is a necessary element in the recipe for a happy existence.…
Read MoreThe Mixed Age Classroom
The Mixed Age Classroom Montessori education differs from more traditional methods in a variety of ways. Our mixed-age classrooms are one of the most obvious examples. Rather than grouping children by chronological age, our classroom environments include children of various ages. This method is extremely beneficial to us. But…why? There are numerous advantages to having…
Read More7 Significant Ways Montessori Differs
7 Significant Ways Montessori Differs There is no denying that Montessori is unique. From the moment you walk into our school, you know it’s not like any other. That’s how we like it. We know what we have to offer is unique, and the families who come to our school are usually looking for something…
Read MoreThe Importance of Hands-On Learning
The Importance of Hands-On Learning “What the hand does, the mind remembers.” – Dr. Maria Montessori When children can discover with their hands, their discoveries become more significant to them. Because they experience their learning with their hands, the things they learn are much more embedded than any rote memory could be. They take an…
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