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Classroom Packages, Ages 0-12

Montessori Classroom Packages

Alison’s Montessori is a leading global developer, manufacturer, and supplier of Montessori educational materials.  We are an independent publisher with our own facility in New Jersey.  Our facility in Sri Lanka ensures that we have direct control over quality standards, innovation capability, productivity, and the supply chain. In addition, Alison’s Montessori has exclusive collaborators in […]

Hundred Chain & Hundred Board

Mathematics, 4-5 Humans are known to have a natural ability for mathematics that can be further developed through nurturing. Dr. Montessori defined this optimum period for developing the mathematical mind as the sensitive period for math, which occurs between ages four and six.  Around age four, children are formally introduced to Montessori math materials to […]

Writing Materials, Ages 2-5

In Montessori education, writing is the springboard of literacy, which will naturally lead to reading. This is due to children developing and refining their skills through concrete experiences.  Writing is a productive skill in language acquisition that requires some specific preparation of the hands, through the use of the materials, and the mind, through the […]

Mathematics Task Cards, Common Core, Grade 1

Mathematics Task Cards, Common Core Grade 1

In this post, we would like to share with you Mathematics Grade 1 Common Core Task Cards. This post will guide you through understanding how children can practice and demonstrate their math skills using our Task Cards. The Task Cards are used with the Montessori materials and will help children meet and exceed expectations from States standards.

Introduction to US Currency, Ages 6-9

We are excited to introduce our new math curriculum, the Introduction to US Currency Complete Set! Children are introduced to the US currency (coins and notes) and are learning real-life problem-solving skills using money. This complete set includes 56 Task Cards and all you need to meet the needs of children ages 6-9. We have […]

The Study of Vertebrate Animals, Ages 3-6

Montessori education is a holistic education that takes into consideration children’s connection to their environment. Understanding other living organisms is essential in many aspects.  Therefore, the study of zoology takes place in the early years of primary school, around age three.

Preparation for Writing, Ages 2-4

Dr. Montessori believed that language development was a crucial component for supporting the child’s learning journey. She observed that children have the desire to form letters before they can learn how to read. Therefore, preparatory works in the Practical Life and Sensorial areas are offered to children ages 2 to 4 to prepare their hands and minds prior to writing and reading.

Parts of a River – Ages 6-9

Children will benefit significantly from learning about the parts of a river. Our Parts of a River material encompasses many other natural processes studied in the Montessori Geography curriculum: types of clouds, the water cycle, glaciers and glacial landforms, and land and water forms.  Water found on land originates from snow and rain. The precipitation […]

Glaciers and Glacial Landforms, Ages 3-9

GLACIERS AND GLACIAL LANDFORMS, AGES 3-9

Geography Glaciers can be found on nearly every continent. Some of the most famous glaciers are the Lambert Glacier in Antarctica, the Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina, the Margerie Glacier in Alaska, the Furtwängler Glacier in Tanzania, the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers in New Zealand, the Pasterze Glacier in Austria, and the Biafo Glacier […]

The Study of Worms – Ages 6-9

Study of worms

Have you ever observed a wiggling worm around after a rainy day as a child? Children are always fascinated and become observant when seeing earthworms make their way through rough terrains. But, not all worms are created equally. They may share similar characteristics but are quite different if we look at them closely.