by Karen Disney | May 6, 2021 | Curriculum and Daily Schedule, The Montessori Classroom, Understanding Montessori
In this two-part series, we’re explaining how Montessori schools teach reading and why writing is actually taught first. We’re going over the different Montessori language materials and showing you how they work together to guide the child’s experience...
by Karen Disney | Apr 19, 2021 | Curriculum and Daily Schedule, The Montessori Classroom, Understanding Montessori
In this two-part series, we’ll explain how Montessori schools teach reading and why writing is actually taught first. We’ll also go over the different Montessori language materials and show you how they work together to guide the child’s experience and...
by Karen Disney | Feb 22, 2021 | Authentic Montessori, Curriculum and Daily Schedule, The Montessori Classroom, Understanding Montessori
The Practical Life curriculum is the cornerstone of the Montessori experience. It lays the foundation for the independence that unfolds in the Montessori classroom. The lessons and materials within this area of the classroom vary widely; some are easy to spot and...
by Karen Disney | Feb 1, 2021 | Curriculum and Daily Schedule, The Montessori Classroom
Math is all around us and, for a young child, words like “more, less, not enough, and share” are part of daily life. Math is also inherently abstract. It is a language of precision that takes years to master, but at its core are the basic foundations all...
by Karen Disney | Dec 9, 2020 | Admissions, Finding a School
The start to the school year may have been unlike any other, but we hit our stride and had a great fall! Together we enjoyed many of our favorite fall activities and are looking forward to lots more fun in the coming months. The good news is, it’s not too late to...
by Karen Disney | Dec 4, 2020 | Admissions, Montessori Benefits, Why Montessori?
Choosing a preschool for your child can feel like a daunting task. Depending on where you live, your options might be limited or seem endless. If there is a Montessori school option in your area, consider these five benefits of Montessori education and see if...
by Karen Disney | Oct 26, 2020 | Authentic Montessori, The Montessori Classroom
A Montessori classroom is a busy place to be on a typical morning. Children are engaged in lessons, both self-directed and teacher-lead. They are working, active, and engaged and the time passes quickly. Before you know, it’s Circle Time! The importance of...
by Karen Disney | Aug 30, 2020 | 2020 Pandemic Related, Finding a School
Dear Ms Keturah and Ms Helena,I have no words! All of you are just AWESOME and I mean that from the bottom of my heart! L**** was so happy when I picked her up this afternoon! She had a great day and filled me in on all the things she’d done. And while I listened to...
by Karen Disney | Aug 19, 2020 | 2020 Pandemic Related
As we get closer to the start of our 2020-2021 school year, there are still so many questions and concerns regarding the safety of returning to the classroom. Here at Children’s House, we want you to know that we are ready to get back to work! Will there...
by Karen Disney | Jul 22, 2020 | 2020 Pandemic Related
Our 2020-2021 school year is underway! If you have a preschool, pre-k, or kindergarten-aged child and you need in-person child care and education, five days a week, please give us a call at 703-481-6678 today! We have two classrooms that are operating under our...
