Our team at Alison’s Montessori is thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new set of Teacher Training Manuals for the early childhood classroom. Months of dedicated development, passionate work, and expertise have gone into crafting these comprehensive manuals to share with our Montessori guides, educators, and parents.
Category Archives: Language
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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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Feb
Feb
At Alisons’s Montessori, you can expect connections and continuity between materials. A good example is our series on compound words. Having a series of three progressive materials, as presented in this blog post, offers significant benefits for children’s learning and development.
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Sep
Sep
Syllables are the building blocks of words, and understanding them is crucial for developing strong reading and writing skills. For 6-year-olds, mastering syllable segmentation can significantly enhance their phonemic awareness, making it easier for them to decode new words and improve their spelling.
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Jul
Jul
We are excited to introduce our new Montessori materials on Sign Language which is designed to foster language proficiency. By incorporating sign language in your classroom, you create an inclusive environment where learners develop empathy by understanding diverse modes of expression.
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Jun
Jun
Learning punctuation marks at a young age equips children with fundamental skills that enhance their overall literacy and communication abilities, laying a strong foundation for future academic success.
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Apr
Apr
Writing is an important skill for students of all ages, and Montessori classrooms have a unique approach to teaching writing using card materials. This post will explore our language material, the Mechanics of Writing , designed for Montessori elementary learners (6-12). First, let’s understand what card materials are. Card materials are small cards that teach […]
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Dec
Dec
The Detective Game is one of the most engaging language games in the primary classroom! It consists of a wooden box with a lid containing triangles that vary in shape, size, and color. This work is first introduced as a one-on-one lesson, then can be practiced independently or within a small group. The presentation aims […]
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Sep
Sep
The Pink Tower is an iconic Montessori material found and recognized in every Montessori primary classroom worldwide.
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Jun
Jun
In the elementary years, children begin to work with concurring grammar programs with Key Experiences as entry points. Key Experiences are a common Montessori language practice aiming to leverage new topics introduced.