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.
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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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Apr
Apr
Our zoology materials on butterfly can serve as a complete Montessori primary curriculum for children ages three to six. Each material addresses a distinct conceptual layer of the butterfly: morphology, terminology, metamorphosis, and classification.
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Jan
Jan
Our new astronomy material Parts of a Telescope is designed for elementary children ages 6-12. It teaches the basic structure and function of a telescope. The set includes a wooden puzzle with labels, a control chart, research cards, and task cards. Our material follows the classic Montessori progression from hands-on manipulation to independent reading, and the a review and application process.
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Nov
Nov
We have just released an innovative set of Community Helpers materials designed to extend the study of cultural geography and social awareness across both primary and elementary levels. Our collection introduces concrete representations of 12 people who serve society: Teacher, police officer, soldier, banker, firefighter, nurse, doctor, baker, construction worker, farmer, postal worker, and garbage collector.
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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.
The phrase “follow the child,” used in Montessori terms, is an axiom in the truest sense of the word: it is a truth that is self-evident. Upon these three words a pedagogy was built, and this system continues to expand well past the 100th anniversary of its inception. The fact that the world continues to […]