Miniature objects are some of the most cherished items in the Montessori classroom. Both teachers and parents have seen preschoolers with full pockets of small found objects. Montessori explains this phenomenon as a sensitive period for small objects. Children in preschool are extremely focused on small objects and items in...
Exploring Animal Life Cycles
Feb 20, '24
It’s just getting to be that time of year… many of us are seeing little hints of spring around the corner. While there’s no wrong time to dive into an exploration of life cycles, now might be the best time to begin planning and match the upcoming season! Life...
Birds Out My Window
Feb 8, '24
Last week, we explored the world around our school with a nature walk. Now we will dive in deeper and learn more about one animal we observed on our walks, birds. Begin your exploration of birds by asking the children in your classroom to brainstorm all the different things they...
Importance of the Sensorial Area of the Classroom
Jan 31, '24
Classification Activities When a child explores the sensorial area of the classroom, they begin to gain the skills they need to be successful participants in their environment. This area offers a wide variety of opportunities for the child to learn how to visually discriminate by shape, sound, color, size, weight and...