The first US President, George Washington, was born on February 22, 1732. Today, George Washington’s birthday is celebrated as a national event annually on the third Monday of each February. Many US citizens also know this as Presidents' Day- to recognize all past US presidents- although the name of the holiday has never been officially changed.
In the days leading up to this national holiday, there are many opportunities for your Montessori students to learn more about this aspect of US history, and to participate in related cultural activities. Here are a few ideas to kick start your plans,
Montessori Perspectives: United Nations World Day of Social Justice, February 20th
Social justice is more than an ethical imperative, it is a foundation for national stability and global prosperity. Equal opportunity, solid...
National Flag of Canada Day in the Montessori Classroom, February 15
On February 15, 1965- just two years before Canada’s centennial celebration of Confederation- the country raised its national flag for the f...
Montessori Community Celebration of Valentine’s Day and Activities, Part 2
Part 2 of 2: Community Valentine's Day Montessori Activity Each year for Valentine’s Day our Montessori preschool/kindergarten student...
Montessori Community Celebration of Valentine’s Day Games and Activities
Part 1 of 2: Celebrating Valentine's Day with Montessori Friendship and Family Many Montessori classrooms consist of students from co...
Meeting and Greeting New People - Montessori Grace and Courtesy in a Practical Life Activity
Following is a Montessori Practical Life activity created by NAMC Graduate, Sarah F. Our thanks to Sarah for sharing this with all of us. ...
NAMC Elementary Mastery Checklists: Blending Montessori with State Standards
Following is a brief account of how one NAMC Upper Elementary Diploma Program student is using the NAMC Mastery Checklists to align her prog...
A NAMC Student’s Experience as a Montessori Parent: Autism
Part 4 of 4 – Montessori For My Autistic Sons The following four-part series includes excerpts from an introductory letter written by a NAM...
A NAMC Student’s Experience as a Montessori Parent: Choosing Teacher Training
Part 3 of 4 – Choosing NAMC Montessori Elementary Teacher Training This four-part series include excerpts from an introductory letter writ...
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