Category Archives: History

Timeline of Native American History

Did you know that November is the National Native American Heritage Month? It is an opportunity for children to learn about the indigenous people, their history, ancestry, traditions, and lasting contributions that are still used today! From the Arctic to the tip of South America, America was populated with millions of Native Americans who had […]

Timeline of Numerals

Each year, new Montessori elementary learners begin the year with an impressive series of stories and impressionistic experiences. They are introduced to the Five Great Stories, which Dr. Maria Montessori created to serve as a backbone for the Cosmic Education curriculum. The Great Stories exploit children’s powerful imaginations to deliver a road map through the […]

Fundamental Human Needs 6+

Fundamental Human Needs

Every civilization across time has shared something in common: fundamental needs. What are these needs that we all share? Dr. Montessori introduced children to this philosophical reflection using the Five Great Lessons. After children have listened to the third Great Story, about humans on Earth, they are brought to reflect on human’s materialistic and spiritual […]

Timeline of Life Charts and Research Cards

Early in the Fall, Montessori elementary learners are invited to discover how the Universe developed, which begins the Montessori History Curriculum. A series of Five Great Stories along with Impressionistic Charts, and experiments are introduced. The First Great Story, developed by Dr. Montessori, counts the creation of the Universe, including the Solar System, and the […]