Music the Montessori Way
November 26, 2022
Music. It helps us express ourselves. It expands our consciousness. It draws us together. Since ancient times, humans have relied upon music as a fundamental form of communication. Even today,
Developing Mutual Respect With Children
November 19, 2022
Montessori classrooms depend upon a web of mutual respect. This culture of respect is established from the very beginning: from how the classroom is arranged and sized for the children,
Montessori: Key Characteristics of Early Childhood
November 18, 2020
The Absorbent Mind Intellectual development is guided by the “absorbent mind,” the special psychic capacity the child has to take in the whole as well as all of the details
Practical Life Works In the Children’s House Environment
November 18, 2020
“Practical Life” is the name coined by Dr. Montessori to explain an area of curriculum in the Montessori method that departs dramatically from traditional forms. Practical life activities refer to the
The Montessori Strategy for Teaching Concentration
November 18, 2020
The Montessori classroom activities for early childhood are designed to promote purposeful engagement, where the child is completely involved in an activity for its own sake. The benefits include increased
Cursive First
November 18, 2020
There is more to the actual difference between print and cursive than what most people think – joining versus not joining. The difference between cursive and print styles lies in
Mathematics and How it is Developed in the Children’s House Classroom
November 18, 2020
In all the work in the Children’s House there is a benefit for developing the mathematical mind. From the sequential activities of practical life, the seriated and graded activities of sensorial, through
Montessori Curricular Goals For Children 3 to 6 Years Old
November 18, 2020
Montessori Curricular Goals For Children 3 to 6 Years Old The educational program for the Early Childhood level in Children’s House is distinguished by a core curriculum where children 3
Montessori Classroom Environment for Infants & Toddlers
November 18, 2020
Language: A Montessori classroom for toddlers safely supports your child’s drive to do things alone, developing confidence and a sense of competence. The classroom environment is language-rich, with adults using
