Montessori Connection

11/03/2025

The Montessori math area uses hands-on, concrete materials to teach mathematical concepts, progressing from concrete to abstract. It begins with concepts like counting and the base-ten system using materials such as the Golden Beads, then moves into more complex operations and geometry, including areas, using tools like the Yellow Material. The approach emphasizes self-discovery and logical reasoning rather than rote memorization

10/27/2025

The Montessori k**bbed cylinders are a sensorial material designed to help children develop visual discrimination of size. They consist of four sets of ten cylinders that vary in dimension (height, diameter, or both), each with a k**b for easy lifting. The child removes the cylinders, mixes them up, and then replaces them in the correct holes, learning to match based on their differences in size

10/20/2025

10/20/2025

Visual Sensorial Exercises help children develop their ability to recognize and differentiate between colors, shapes, and sizes. These include the pink tower, brown stair, red rods, color tablets, Geometry Cabinet , Binomial & Trinomial Cubes, Constructive Triangles,Graded Geometric Figures and Knobless Cylinders.

The Pink Tower, one of the most recognizable Montessori materials used in the classroom, consists of ten wooden cubes, ranging in size from 1 cm to 10 cm, all painted pink. The cubes are designed to help children develop their visual and spatial perception skills, as well as their ability to discriminate between sizes. Children explore the cubes through both touch and sight, and arrange them in order from largest to smallest. This develops their ability to recognize and differentiate between sizes, as well improve as their hand-eye coordination and concentration skills. The Pink Tower is also used to introduce mathematical concepts such as seriation and the decimal system.

Fun fact: It is said that Maria Montessori tried many different colors but pink was the color that attracted her students the most. And thus, the tower of cubes became the Pink Tower.

10/13/2025

In our Montessori classrooms, sensorial activities invite children to explore the world through their five senses — sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste. Using beautiful hands-on materials like the Pink Tower and sound cylinders, children learn to notice and classify the qualities that make up their environment — size, shape, texture, and more.

These experiences do more than refine the senses; they help children build focus, independence, and the foundational thinking skills that prepare them for future learning in math, reading, and writing.

It’s amazing to see how curiosity and discovery come alive through the power of the senses!

09/29/2025

Practical Life "care for the environment" activities foster a child's connection to their surroundings by empowering them to maintain and beautify their spaces. These practical life exercises include tasks like sweeping and dusting floors, watering plants and caring for classroom pets, polishing surfaces, and arranging flowers. Children also learn to care for shared spaces by setting tables, washing dishes, and folding laundry, instilling a sense of community, responsibility, and pride in their environment.

09/22/2025

Kitchen practical life in a Montessori classroom refers to the activities that involve cooking, food preparation, and other kitchen-related tasks that are avaialbe to the children as part of the practical life area of the classroom. These activities are designed to help children develop independence, coordination, concentration, and self-confidence, as well as teach them about food and nutrition. Some examples of kitchen activities in Montessori include peeling vegetables, juicing fruits, washing dishes, setting the table, and preparing meals. These activities are typically done in a step-by-step, hands-on manner, allowing children to learn and practice skills at their own pace.

09/01/2025

In all of our classrooms (even our toddler room!) We use real items. Real glass plates, real glasses and utencils. Our practical life areas are filled with glass pitchers and bowls, tongs, spoons, vegetable cutters, etc. Using real-world objects gives children a concrete and authentic way to understand and interact with their environment. Manipulating real utensils, dishes, and other items helps children develop precision and control as well as gives them a sense of accomplishment and self-reliance. Working with real, sometimes breakable, items teaches children to handle materials with gentleness, focus, and respect. If a child breaks a real glass, it provides a direct and meaningful lesson in cause and effect, prompting more careful handling in the future. Have your child uses real items at home as much as possible. (child size when appropriate) and watch their concentration and independence grow!

08/31/2025

Maria Montessori is celebrated for her revolutionary work with children. Yet what she saw as the true core of our work as parents and teachers is often forgotten:

“There is an anecdote of a king who wished to reform his kingdom. He sent for his counsellors, and one wiser than the others said, ‘First you must reform yourselves, you and your court.’ … It is a question of reforming the reformers: we all need to be changed.” (from Maria Montessori Speaks to Parents)

Happy birthday to Dr. Montessori — born August 31, 1870 — the woman who revealed not only the hidden potential in children, but in ourselves too.

08/24/2025

We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow!

08/24/2025

We hope you found time to get out and enjoy nature this weekend! We are looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!