Wars are not acts of God. They are caused by man, by man-made institutions, by the way in which man has organized his society. What man has made, man can change.
Frederick Moore Vinson (1890-1953) Speech at Arlington National Cemetery (Memorial Day, 1945)
Established in 1968 to commemorate those who gave their lives fighting in the American Civil War, Memorial Day now represents a day to honor all those who have served in, killed, or are missing in action in all conflicts. An integral part of Montessori education is Peace Education. How, then, can we celebrate a holiday dedicated to those who fought in wars? We do so by doing activities, learning about peace and how we can create a peaceful world.
Circle Time Activities in the Montessori Classroom
In the Montessori Classroom, the day begins with morning circle. This is a time for the classroom community to come together and to greet o...
The Circle of Life in the Montessori Classroom: Activities for Sharing Birth, Marriage, and Death
Celebrations and rituals are important in the lives of children. Through them, they learn that we experience the circle of life, death, and ...
Celebrating Mother's Day with Montessori Activities
God could not be everywhere, so he created mothers. – Jewish Proverb The history of Mother's Day dates back to ancient Greece, where...
Gluing and Redirecting Behavior in the Montessori Classroom
The one thing that frustrated me the most when I was in college was the feeling that this “theory” and “philosophy” is all well and good, b...
Autism and Special Needs Children in the Montessori Classroom
April is Autism Awareness Month, and Autism is on the rise at an alarming rate in the United States. It is estimated that there are approx...
Montessori Classroom Practical Life Activities: The Montessori Dressing Frame
Last weekend, while shopping at a large chain bookstore, I came across several books on the bargain rack that were designed to help childr...
Orderly Line Ups in Your Montessori Classroom: Ideas for Engaging Students
Whether we like it or not, everyone likes to be first in line. There's a certain social status attached to being the line leader, espe...
Earth Day Information and Activities to Celebrate in the Montessori Classroom
Rising concern about the environmental crisis is sweeping the nation's campuses with an intensity that may be on its way to eclipsing ...
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