Why is social-emotional skills acquisition so important during the toddler stage? When I meet prospective families with toddlers, one of the questions I am most interested in getting answers for is, ‘What is most important to you in your child’s educational journey?’ It is an important question because I can determine whether our Montessori philosophy…
The Sandpaper and Colored Globe Geography is an exciting and fun part of the Montessori classroom. When children start exploring the Cultural area of the Montessori classroom, their work includes the recognition of features of our planet, such as land versus water. The children advance their Cultural study by learning about individual continents, countries and…
Separation Anxiety – Strategies to help your child adjust to the school routine With many new families joining us over the summer and towards the beginning of the new school year, I would like to share information about the importance of a quick drop-off and early arrival. The first few weeks of Montessori preschool are…
IPresenting a lesson to one of our children or a small group of children in a Montessori learning environment is an exceptional experience, as it is the calm and peaceful flow that truly reflects the Montessori environment and the philosophy that guides our daily teaching. When we present Montessori lessons, we enjoy the freedom to…
The big transition from a Montessori learning environment to public school is something on many parents’ minds. A question regarding this transition may be, ‘How will my child adjust?’ Parents may ask just that when they need to decide where their child will be continuing their educational journey after years within a Montessori learning environment. …
Why is Waiting Important? Maria Montessori provided an inspiring quote in her book – The Discovery of the Child. “Education cannot be effective unless it helps a child to open up himself to life.” The beauty of waiting for the child to find their voice We have all encountered a child who joined a preschool…
