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What, exactly, is the role of the Montessori teacher? How is it so different from that of any other teacher?
One hallmark of a Montessori education is the use of multi-age classrooms.
Maria Montessori based her entire educational philosophy on the idea that children developed through a series of four planes. Each of these planes is easy to recognize and has clear, defining characteristics. If we study and understand these stages, we can approach our interactions with children with a new perspective.
Montessori advocates reconnecting with nature for emotional resilience, social skills, and environmental stewardship in children.
Montessori philosophy guides parents in creating nurturing home environments for toddlers, focusing on autonomy, simplicity, safety, and natural materials.
Montessori's Three-Period Lesson nurtures learning through Naming, Association, and Recall, empowering children as active learners.
The process for addressing challenging behavior in children through collaborative problem-solving, intending to foster cooperation and resolve issues.
The blog advises parents to understand, empathize, and shift beliefs in managing sibling conflicts while promoting cooperation and teaching new skills.
Montessori stresses grace & courtesy as vital for social development. Beginning with respectful behavior then effective communication & community interactions.
Geometry is a subject that is taught through all education levels. Learn more about the simple Geometry Cabinet material in Montessori and all of its uses.
Typically, we think of guides as the teachers in the Montessori classroom, however, we as adults can be guides too. Learn more about how to make the shift.
Age 6 and age 12 in Montessori are referred to as the capstone years. During these years children really dive into big work and develop their self-confidence.
The Montessori approach can be intimidating at times. There are many misconceptions about Montessori but the methodology is backed by results.