Lesson Ideas

Tuning into Learning: The Power of Sensorial Play

May 20, '251 comment

From the sound of pouring beans to the smooth feel of wooden knobbed cylinders, the Montessori classroom is truly a feast for the senses! In early childhood, children are natural explorers—using their eyes, ears, fingers, noses, and even taste buds to absorb everything around them. Dr. Maria Montessori called this...

Wholes, Halves, and Hands-On Fun: Fractions for Little Mathematicians

May 14, '25

Hello Montessori n’ Such Community! If you've ever seen a child light up while slicing a play pizza or fitting puzzle pieces together just right—then you've seen fractions in action! In Montessori, we know that abstract ideas (like fractions) become much more approachable when children can touch, move, and explore...

Spring into Order! Montessori and the Joy of Cleaning Up

Apr 30, '25

Hello Montessori n' Such Community, There’s something refreshing about spring—flowers blooming, birds chirping, and yes…shelves getting a much-needed tidy-up! In the classroom, spring cleaning isn’t just for the adults. It’s a golden opportunity to embrace Maria Montessori’s emphasis on “the sense of order,” a vital part of the first plane...

Sprout, Bloom, Grow: Spring into Montessori Gardening!

Apr 25, '25

Hello Montessori n' Such Community, Spring is here—and there’s no better time to dig into the joys of gardening with young children! In true Montessori fashion, gardening is more than just an outdoor activity—it’s a beautiful blend of Practical Life, Science, and Sensorial learning wrapped up in sunshine and soil....