In the Montessori upper elementary curriculum, zoology is focused on “what the eye cannot see” in animals. This includes the structure of an animal cell, the animal’s internal anatomy, adaptation/behavior, and ecology. Studying the internal parts of vertebrates is an important part of zoology as it helps children make sense of what all vertebrates have in common (respiratory system, circulatory […]
Author Archives: Leila Farley
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The carbon cycle is an important concept for elementary learners in the Montessori science curriculum. It focuses on studying plants, animals, and the environment.
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Sep
In a Montessori classroom, the study of carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores is often introduced in the early elementary years. This is because children at this age are naturally curious about animals and their habitats. By learning about how animals get their food, children can begin to understand the complex relationships between different organisms in an […]
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Sep
Rivers have been a major water, food, and transportation source for civilizations throughout history. The Amazon River basin is no exception. It is a vital resource for the people and ecosystems of South America. Our exclusive material on the Amazon River Basin attempt to offer a different approach to the part of the world. Learners […]
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Aug
Aug
Montessori learners are well accustomed to the geographical and political features of the world. They’ve explored various biomes with abundant flora and fauna, political boundaries, and cultural variations in particular regions. With our brand-new exclusive material, the Nile River Basin, we want to expand the elementary learners’ perspective and invite them to discover the profound […]
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Jul
The Ring of Fire is a region of the Earth’s crust that is home to many volcanoes and earthquakes. It is a vast area that stretches around the Pacific Ocean, and it is responsible for some of the most destructive natural disasters in history. In the Montessori curriculum, students learn about the Ring of Fire as part of their study of geology.
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Jul
Jul
We are excited to share our new educational Roman numerals material, the Study of Roman Numbers Complete Set. This material set includes an instructional guide, wooden Roman numerals, task cards to learn to convert Arabic numbers to Roman numerals, and a timeline to practice placing labels century by century in both Arabic numbers and Roman numerals.
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Jul
Jul
The Napier’s Local Arithmetic Board is a tool that can be used to teach multiplication to elementary learners (ages 10-12) in your Montessori classroom. It is a hands-on way to practice mathematical skills, and it can help students develop a better understanding of how multiplication works, and provide a deeper insight into the base 2 system.
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Jul
Jul
At Alison’s Montessori, we continue to create innovative materials that support the needs of 21st-century classrooms. We are excited to introduce another chemistry material, Chemical Reaction Rates Complete Set which includes a hands-on puzzle with Research Cards and Task Cards. Our materials provide an in-depth insight into chemical reactions and how the responses are measured. These materials, combined with a live experiment, will ensure high interest and comprehension!
Clock of Eons, Geography, Geology, History, Science, Timeline of Life
Tectonic Plates Complete Set, Ages 9-12
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Our new educational material consists of a stunning set of five puzzles representing the drifts, which can be used to help children visualize the process of continental drift and learn about the different periods in Earth’s history. In addition to the puzzles, our material Tectonic Plates Complete Set also includes five control charts, 47 research cards on the topic of continental drift, as well as 25 task cards children can work on to reflect and learn more. The complete set includes two wooden storage boxes.