This year long series looks at the experiences of teachers, parents, students, and Montessori education itself, as we follow a student through his first year at a Montessori Preschool. The Montessori Insights and Reflections of a Preschool Student’s First Year is a collection of useful stories, tips, and information that has arisen from one real student's Montessori journey, viewed through the eyes of his Montessori Teacher, Bree Von Nes.
A “Montessori Moment’ is any moment in a Montessori environment that is particularly fulfilling or touches your soul in an especially impactful way. Today I experienced a moment that was very special and I would love to share it, but first a little background information.
Kasia is a little girl who is three years old and new to our Montessori preschool. She is still very timid and reserved and has only spoken a few times. She is having a very difficult time engaging with the other children and struggling to find “work” on the shelves. I have tried to spark an interest in several different Montessori materials, but so far nothing has worked. She will come with me and watch the presentation, but as soon as I leave the mat or table, she quickly puts everything away and returns it to the appropriate place on the shelf.
