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 | Feb 18, 2020 | Curriculum and Daily Schedule, The Montessori Classroom
Here at Children’s House, art is one of our favorite things! Each classroom has a dedicated art area, and it’s safe to say that art activities are among the most popular choices available. Some of the art materials are changed out each month and others, like the...
