The study of The Bill of Rights is a natural fit for the Montessori elementary curriculum. Children between the ages of 9 to 12 are developing a strong sense of justice and social responsibility. They begin asking important questions about rules, laws, freedom, and the role of the government in society. The Bill of Rights provides an age-appropriate framework for learning these concepts while building a foundation in American civics and government.
Category Archives: History
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Jun
Jun
Alison’s Montessori is committed to creating exclusive materials that preserve the integrity of the Montessori pedagogy. Today, we are excited to introduce you to our new sets of puzzles and nomenclature cards on Parts of a Stegosaurus and Parts of a T. Rex. These two dinosaurs have been carefully selected based on their divergent features: diet, stance, defense system, and sensory focus.
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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.
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Jan
Jan
we’ve created a unique timeline showcasing the incredible journeys of explorers throughout history, Timeline of Explorers and Exploration. Unlike traditional timelines that focus solely on the explorers themselves, our timeline is organized by the continents they explored, offering a unique perspective on human curiosity and the drive to discover the unknown.
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Oct
Oct
Educators and parents often seek ways to make history engaging and accessible to children. The Montessori method emphasizes hands-on learning and self-directed exploration, making it an excellent approach to studying significant historical events like the formation of the 13 colonies.
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Oct
Oct
The Electoral College is a complex concept in American politics. To introduce this topic in a Montessori classroom, we’ve developed a unique hands-on material that allows children to explore the electoral process in a concrete and engaging way. Children will learn how presidential candidates receive electoral votes.
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Feb
Feb
The Greek numeral system, used centuries ago, laid the foundation for the Roman numerals we encounter today. Studying Greek numbers isn’t just about learning an obsolete system; it’s about understanding the evolution of math and appreciating the intellectual achievements of ancient civilizations. This fosters a deeper connection to math, making it more than just equations and calculations.
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Feb
Feb
Presidents of the United States Complete Set is a new and exciting material at Alison’s Montessori that will enrich your students’ or children’s learning experience and inspire them to learn more about the history and the leaders of the United States. Our new material consists of two large charts, 46 labels, and corresponding research cards. […]
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Dec
Dec
Our Montessori material, “Landmarks of the World,” is a great way to introduce elementary learners to some of the most famous landmarks in the world. The material consists of two large charts, 88 movable pictures, and 88 research cards, which provide information about each landmark.
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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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