independence real world experiences multi-aged peers choice movement this is real life this is a joyful child this is montessori — Aubrey Hargis
The Power of Observation
A Montessori teacher has particular skills in understanding where each child is in his/her development, needs and interests. Different from traditional teaching where all children are generally at the same level, Montessori children progress at their own pace. It is the power of specialized observation by the Montessori teacher that provides the unique information for…
Less is More
Have you ever noticed a child oblivious to an adult who is trying to communicate? The adult tends to raise their voice and talk at the child in order to get the child’s attention. More often this strategy does not work. Children tend to become accustomed to the high volume and directive adult tone. In…
The Montessori Home-School Connection
Families can help their children transition into their new Montessori classes while building their independence and confidence. The beginning of the school year is a good time to consider ways to bridge a child’s home environment and Montessori environment, leading to a joyful child. The below tips are shared by emilyj on Age of Montessori…
The eyes of a child
The things he sees are not just remembered; they form a part of his soul. — Maria Montessori
Montessori Teachable Moments
Learning is a natural process: true learning cannot be forced or dictated. That is why our Montessori classrooms are purposely designed and our teachers are specially trained to capitalize on the power of teachable moments…the moment when a child is ready, eager and open to discovery. This requires keen observation skills and child development expertise…
Spontaneity
Spontaneity is the ingredient that allows a child’s curiosity and excitement to explode. Education is not something which the teacher does. It is a natural process which develops spontaneously. —Maria Montessori, The Absorbent Mind Our Montessori students taught us that the best-laid plans are easily put aside when: Someone brings a snake skin to circle…
Words of Wisdom
Education must aim at improving the individual in order to improve society. — Dr. Maria Montessori
Bring Montessori Home this Summer
Summer is the perfect time to incorporate Montessori principles at home. You can tap into your child’s interests while spending quality time together. North American Montessori Center shares practical ideas you can use: http://montessoritraining.blogspot.com/2014/07/does-montessori-learning-stop-in-summer.html Here are just a few suggestions that you can easily incorporate into your summer lifestyle Math Play cards, string a necklace…
Words of wisdom
It’s not only children who grow. Parents do too. As much as we watch to see what our children do with their lives, they are watching us to see what we do with ours. I can’t tell my children to reach for the sun. All I can do is reach for it, myself. — Joyce…
