Posts in Elementary
More than play: the purposeful work in Montessori

In Montessori, children’s activities are called “work” because they are purposeful, meaningful, and chosen by the child—not busywork or play directed by an adult. This language comes from Maria Montessori, who observed that children naturally seek activities that help them develop concentration, independence, and mastery.

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The Science of Reading


In an effort to improve literacy, there is a movement across North America focused on The Science of Reading. Although the Science of Reading is a new approach to reading in traditional education, Dr Montessori developed the principles over 150 years ago for application in Montessori early childhood (primary) and elementary environments. The Montessori approach, similar to the Science of Reading, emphasizes building foundational skills through a scientifically researched, structured, multi-sensory approach.

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What causes Montessori elementary students to thrive?

It’s no secret that children thrive in a Montessori environment. Montessori classrooms are fundamentally different from traditional ones. They are so unique in fact that it is hard to identify the differences that contribute to enabling children to thrive. We could write an entire book on this, but for now here are 5 key factors that contribute to your child’s success.

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