Category Archives: Human Anatomy

Parts of a Microscope, Ages 6-12

Parts of a Microscope, Ages 6-12- 13

In the Montessori method, science education holds a significant place as it encourages children to explore and understand the natural world. One essential tool in scientific exploration is the microscope, allowing students to investigate the microscopic world that lies beyond our naked eye. Therefore, we are excited to introduce our new puzzle, Parts of a Microscope, which unravels the intricacies of the microscope and its components.

Parts of a Human Skeleton, Ages 3-6

Parts of a Human Skeleton

In this blog post, we will introduce our new materials on Human Anatomy with our new set, Parts of a Human Skeleton. We will also talk about the benefits of learning about the parts of a human skeleton using our Montessori materials. Designed for children ages 3-6, our complete set promotes holistic development and offers a foundation for scientific understanding. The set consists of a large wooden puzzle with intricate parts of the human skeleton with printed materials.

Parts of Vertebrae, Ages 9+

The human vertebrae are the individual bones that make up our spine or backbone, which runs from the base of our skull to our lower back. We have 33 vertebrae, and they serve many important functions.

Parts of a Human Kidney, Ages 6-9+

At Alison’s Montessori, we continuously strive to provide engaging and educational materials that inspire young learners. We are excited to introduce our latest addition to our Human Anatomy section, the Parts of a Human Kidney Puzzle with Research Cards.

Major Organs of the Human Body, Ages 6-9

Major Organs of the Human Body, Ages 6-9

The Montessori framework is grounded in a child-centered approach to education that values fostering a child’s strengths, independence, and natural curiosity. It is an approach that recognizes that children have an innate hunger for knowledge and exploration learning through hands-on experiences, imagination, and experimentation.

The Lymphatic System, Ages 3-6, 6-12

The Lymphatic System

Given its complex appearance, it can be daunting to introduce the human lymphatic system. We broke it down into 11 parts that consist of vessels, nodes, and organs. The parts explored with The Lymphatic System Puzzle with Nomenclature Cards (6-9) are: tonsil, right lymphatic duct, axillary lymph nodes, appendix, cervical lymph nodes, inguinal lymph nodes, subclavian vein, thymus gland, thoracic duct, spleen, and popliteal lymph nodes.

Anatomy of a Human Hand 6-9

Anatomy of a Human Hand

Dr. Montessori once said that “the hands are the instruments of man’s intelligence.” In effect, the hands allow humans to perform daily activities, which is possible due to their complex structure. Our new materials on the Anatomy of a Human Hand aim to help children develop an appreciation for this firsthand knowledge that is the […]

Parts of the Human Tongue

The human tongue is an important organ; its function is more than tasting. The tongue is responsible for mastication, deglutition, taste, and speech. The tongue is a muscular organ that can be elongated, rolled, bent, and twisted. It is made of more than 10,000 taste buds that are capable for identifying all 5 different tastes: […]