With Valentine's Day right around the corner, now is the time to begin updating your shelves and planning your lessons about love and caring for others. Kindness, Grace and Courtesy When talking about the holiday of Valentine's day, it is important to draw parallels to some of the most important aspects of...
Advanced Language Activities
Jan 19, '22
Digraphs and Blends Digraphs and blends are important parts of language that lead to fluent reading skills. They also help children feel more confident when dissecting new words they come across when decoding new text. Montessori educators can begin teaching blends through the use of the green sandpaper letters. These...
The Decimal System; Montessori Math Materials
Jan 19, '22
This week's focus is on the mathematical area of the classroom. As children develop their knowledge of works in this area, it is important to show the same information in a variety of formats. For example, early numeration activities include the number rods, the spindle box, the sandpaper numerals, and loose counting...
Winter Classroom Activities
Jan 6, '22
2022 is here and we are in the midst of winter. As classes return for the new year, there is no better time than now to add some fun winter themed activities.Practice Putting on Mittens and Gloves If you live in a colder environment, chances are that your playground transition...