Montessori preschools use a unique style of education that focuses on early education through individual independence and activity. The process involves play-based activities, physical exercise, and an awareness of one’s value in society. Who Was Maria Montessori? When Maria Montessori got her medical degree in 1896 she was one of only a few women who […]
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Your Big Kid: How to Make Preschool to Elementary Transitions Fun
A child’s early years form the basis of their future development, and they form the base for lifelong learning and cognitive and social development. Therefore, the attitude that a child has towards the various stages of early education such as preschool and elementary school can affect their future performance. This is why it is vital […]
Professional Insider Tips to Improve Your Child’s Behavior
Your Montessori preschoool is the first step in understanding and correcting your child’s behavior. Additionally, taking heed of some important tips from professionals in education and social behavior will give you insightful information to implement at home. Focus On Good Behavior Obviously, some negative behaviors must be addressed immediately, but others should be ignored. Reprimanding […]
The Importance of Diversity in Montessori Schools
The private kindergarten might be your child’s first exposure to a humanly diverse world. As such, it is important that children learn inclusion and acceptance of things that are different. By contrast, many public schools take the approach of ignoring cultural diversity altogether, which avoids important lessons for social interaction. Embracing Diversity in Private Kindergarten […]
How to pick the right Montessori preschool
Once you have decided that Montessori is the path for your child, picking the best Montessori preschool is the next step. Factors that you should keep in mind when choosing include whether the school uses authentic Montessori, how many children are in a classroom, and how well you and your child “connect” to the school […]
Parents are Valuable Partners in the Montessori Classroom
Establishing an outgoing and friendly relationship between staff and parents is crucial to the success of a Montessori daycare environment. Just as the classroom is seen as an organized source of endless activities, the partnership between adults in his life needs to be solid and dependable as well. Reinforcing the Private Kindergarten When your son […]
Establishing Montessori Preschool Inspired Work Stations at Home
During these times of enhanced home studies, you can set up Montessori preschool inspired workspaces at home to teach academic and practical life skills. Most of us don’t have the room or resources to create all 5 primary study areas, so start small and add more as room and skills allow. Creating Order and Stability […]
Safe Fun Montessori Preschool-Inspired Activities to Play Outside
Maria Montessori recognized the importance of the natural world in education. Today it continues to be a major sensorial and practical life focus in Montessori primary program activities. Because we live in a changing world it is important to remember that there are countless outdoor activities that you can do with preschoolers at home. Learning […]
Top Considerations When Looking for a Montessori Infant Care Program
The first few years of your child’s life are the most important when it comes to learning. Do you choose traditional schooling and infant care or do you choose a montessori program. Montessori infant care programs offer something more than what traditional programs provide. How Montessori Differs In Child Development According to the American Montessori […]
Home-Based Science Activities for Montessori Preschoolers
Montessori preschool children are just as capable of learning at home as they are at school. Science subjects are easy to display and exciting for small kids, and there are plenty of things around the house to make science a fun activity. As a starting point, here are a few home science activities to get […]