Our new astronomy material Parts of a Telescope is designed for elementary children ages 6-12. It teaches the basic structure and function of a telescope. The set includes a wooden puzzle with labels, a control chart, research cards, and task cards. Our material follows the classic Montessori progression from hands-on manipulation to independent reading, and the a review and application process.
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Nov
Nov
We have just released an innovative set of Community Helpers materials designed to extend the study of cultural geography and social awareness across both primary and elementary levels. Our collection introduces concrete representations of 12 people who serve society: Teacher, police officer, soldier, banker, firefighter, nurse, doctor, baker, construction worker, farmer, postal worker, and garbage collector.
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Nov
Nov
The Montessori Farm is a structured language activity designed for children at the primary level and can be continued in the elementary years. It consists of a miniature farm containing animals, structures (barn, coop, silo), fencing, and a water source, presented on a tray with corresponding labels.
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Aug
Aug
At Alison’s Montessori, we have developed a new Astronomy Teacher Manual designed specifically for Early Childhood classrooms, serving children ages 3 to 6. This is a unique and exclusive offering in the Montessori field, as very few early childhood resources address astronomy in a way that is both developmentally appropriate and aligned with the Montessori […]
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Jul
Jul
At Alison’s Montessori, we are always excited to provide children with hands-on , engaging materials to grasp abstract concepts such as binary numbers. Our beautifully designed material introduces the foundational concepts of binary numbers, the base-2 numeral system that uses only 0s and 1s.
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Mar
Mar
Weather maps are a perfect tool for this type of learning as they can be used in a variety of ways to engage children and help them develop their understanding of the world around them.
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Feb
Feb
For children 5-9, exploring weather instruments not only introduces them to scientific tools, but also promotes observation skills, data interpretation, and an appreciation for celestial occurence.
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Feb
Feb
The Montessori zoology curriculum emphasizes the interconnectedness of living organisms and their environments. Understanding animal movement is fundamental to this study, as movement directly impact an animal’s ability to survive.
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Feb
Feb
Our material on Types of Animal Sensory Organs introduces the specialized structures that allow animals to gather information from their surroundings.
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Feb
Feb
Our timeline traces the evolution of human expression from 40,000 BCE to 2025 CE by visually representing the developmental trajectory of communication methods. The timeline is divided into eight distinct periods, each highlighting significant advancements in human expression.