I Love MontessoriUnderstanding the Sensorial Environment Series: Part 2June 21, 2008 by Miss Norma | No comments
The Sensorial environment is important in a Montessori classroom because learning is reliant on the five senses. This bonded relationship between learning and the senses is relevant in the development of the forming child. The importance of the senses in relationship to the expansion of the mind [...] Continue Reading…
Understanding Practical Life Series: Part 2June 18, 2008 by Miss Norma | No comments
The overall organization of the Practical Life area is crucial. The materials and manner in which they are placed is pivotal. The key is to create an ease of usage and access. Creating an inviting and engulfing environment will become the determining factor in whether or [...] Continue Reading…
Understading the Math Environment Series: Part 1June 15, 2008 by Miss Norma | No comments
Math is a crucial part of a Montessori classroom because children have a natural interest in numbers and counting. Children will innately go to the math area without even being invited for a lesson. Children usually have some previous knowledge of numbers before going to school because [...] Continue Reading…
Why I Love MontessoriJune 13, 2008 by Miss Norma | No comments
I love Montessori because I see so much more in the children. I worked in a public school as a substitute and I enjoyed doing that but I felt like I could see or help the children get what they wanted. I substituted for a middle school for the [...] Continue Reading…
Understanding the Language Environment Series: Part 1June 12, 2008 by Miss Norma | No comments
Language is an empowering skill that children in the Montessori setting explore in a non-restrictive manner. The role of the directress is pivotal and she can induce the child to reach high levels of verbal and written expression. “In every exercise when the child has recognized the differences [...] Continue Reading…