We are pulling from our archives today to talk about the theory multiple intelligences. You may already be familiar with Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences, which made waves in the fields of education and developmental psychology after it was outlined in his 1983 book Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligence. If not, consider picking up […]
No one knows a child better than his parent. How your child behaves and the manner in which he communicates offers important information regarding your child’s development. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends developmental screenings at ages 9, 18, 24 and/or 30 months. They recommend autism screenings at 18 and 24 months. If you have […]
During a recent Friday at school, the students were at home and the teachers were in class. We were learning about “Bringing out the Best in Students and Teachers” from Grace Dearborn, a Mentor Teacher/Consultant. With over 15 years of teaching students ranging in age from kindergarten through high school aged children, Grace was a […]
We’re pulling from our blog archives today to talk about 101 think parents can do to help children. Parents often wonder what they can do to reinforce Montessori principles in their home and daily routines. This list, 101 Things Parents Can Do To Help Children, was written by Early Childhood Montessori Guide Barbara Hacker, and is […]
The Spanish language can be heard in three FMS classrooms as naturally as we hear words and phrases being said in English. Two of our Primary classrooms and one of our Lower Elementary classrooms deliver their lessons in English and Spanish. In the Primary rooms, the lessons mirror the work shown to the children in […]
Today we conclude our series exploring how to interact with your child in a Montessori way by looking at a key to addressing negative behavior, Logical Consequences. Logical Consequences When there are behavioral problems, use logical consequences. Logical consequences should be respectful, relevant, and realistic. Stop the behavior Teach an alternative to the behavior […]
Today’s topic is Part 4 of our series on interacting with your child in a Montessori way, and it’s a foundational principle of building a great relationship – Mutual Respect. Mutual Respect The most important part of discipline is respecting each other and each other’s opinions. As your child grows older, respect his decision-making […]
In the Montessori primary classroom, the Practical Life area of the room is often the first choice for doing work, especially if a student is new to the room. The jobs in this area employ materials often found at home; such as beans, peas, cotton balls, spoons and small pitchers of water. From the untrained […]
Today we continue exploring the benefits of interacting with your child in a Montessori way by looking at a seemingly contradictory but key principle: Freedom Within Limits. Freedom Within Limits According to Maria Montessori, “A child’s work is to create the person he will become.” Freedom within limits is a Montessori principle that is […]
Today, we continue exploring the benefits of interacting with your child in a Montessori way by examining two core values of a Montessori classroom: Structure and Stability. Structure and Stability Every family has its own structure. In a Montessori classroom, there is a schedule or rhythm that helps children stay focused. Routines give children […]