It is not enough for the teacher to love the child. She must first love and understand the universe. She must prepare herself, and truly work at it.
-Maria Montessori
There’s an old saying “You never get a second chance to make a first impression”. That is certainly the case for Montessori teachers. We know that having a prepared environment is crucial to the success of our Montessori classroom, but what about the preparation of self?
Using core Montessori values as a guide, here are some tips for getting the most out of and enjoying your first day back to school.
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Answers to Real Questions About Montessori Mixed Age Grouping
I've been a Montessori teacher for several years and each year I find myself being asked about the necessity for mixed age grouping. T...
Thursday, August 21, 2008
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Montessori Classroom Activity Ideas for the First Day of School
I woke up in a panic in the middle of the night. School starts in three weeks! What am I going to do that first week of school? I've be...
Friday, August 15, 2008
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Montessori Foundation Activities - The Silence Game
When I was a young girl, my sister and I, being typical siblings, would sing, play and ‘fight’ in the car. I can remember when my mother w...
Thursday, August 07, 2008
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