There’s something different about lunch in a Montessori classroom...Preparing, serving, and cleaning up are all on the menu! What could be more meaningful to a young child’s developing independence than mastering the skills required to meet a fundamental human need?“The essence of independence is to be … [Read more...]
Montessori and Scientific Research
The Montessori classroom offers developmentally appropriate "hands-on" materials and activities which allow for the possibility of the development of the child's full potential. Evidence of "Best Practices in Contemporary Education" can be seen in the Montessori Prepared Environment.Order: "The order of … [Read more...]
Making the Adjustment to Preschool
When children first enter the school environment, there is much needed adjustment time in order for them to make a healthy transition. As new children they are coming into a building unfamiliar to them, they are meeting and getting to know new adults and children, and if they never attended school before, they are … [Read more...]
Maria Montessori and the History of Montessori Education
Maria Montessori was born on the August the 31st, 1870. To celebrate her birthday this Sunday, Giraffe Childcare & Early Learning created a timeline that outlines some of the milestones both in her life and the history of Montessori education. … [Read more...]
Independent Toddler: Dressing
IndependenceIndependence is the ability to do things for ourselves and think for ourselves.Your child becomes independent through his own activity. What should you let your child do? By being included in simple daily activities, he begins to understand routines, his role in the family, and his own … [Read more...]
Country Day For Children Montessori