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Welcome to Montessori Network

Montessori Network is a place for Parents and Teachers to connect with one another. We invite you to take a look around Montessori Network and join the parents who are already sharing, supporting, and having fun with one another at Montessori Network.

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  • Are Scarecrows scary or not?

    November 24, 2009
    Can you believe that scarecrows have been around for many centuries? Their original intent was to scare away the birds and animals that were invading the crops in the country fields. Today they have been given a much more prestigious position in American culture. Scarecrows seem to usher in all the fun festivities.Should we wonder if children are intrigued w […]
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  • From show and tell to public speaking

    October 21, 2009
    Montessori kids gain great self confidence and self esteem from the dynamics of the Montessori philosophy. Making them feel important and valuable can begin from simply listening to their stories.From “show and tell,” to public speaking, children pass through the many stages of language development. Expressive receptive language, articulation vocabulary, sha […]
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  • Tip of the week- Creative pumpkin carving

    October 20, 2009
    The fall season is a great time to bond with family and friends, as we wait in suspense for all of the holidays approaching. One activity that comes to mind during the Halloween/fall season is pumpkin carving. Sculpted pumpkins are a great decoration for the Halloween holiday. Placing them at entrance of a home or business creates a festive spirit for the ha […]
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  • Fall Activities

    October 9, 2009
    Fall is in the air! What a great time to bring Mother Nature into our Montessori classrooms. Better yet, let’s take the children outside to explore all the wonders that the fall season brings.Finding colorful, fallen leaves always seems like a new event although repeated every year. There is something always amazingly exciting about the anticipation and sear […]
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  • Fire Safety & Prevention

    October 6, 2009
    Teaching children of all ages about fire safety can be one of the most important lessons that they learn. Educating your child(ren) about fire detection, prevention, and safety will keep them safe and alert in the event of a fire. Please contact your local fire department or local school about fire safety demonstration.10 Fire Safety Rules 1.) Don't pla […]
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  • Tip of the week- How to make Apple Sauce

    September 28, 2009
    As the fall season approaches, we must not go into dismay that the summer has slipped away. Instead we should embrace the fun filled activities that we are able to do only in the fall season. Let's take advantage while this season is here. There are many activities that can be done in the fall that will delight children of all ages. One that comes to mi […]
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  • Welcome to Montessori Kid Blogspot

    September 24, 2009
    We would like to thank you for visiting our Montessori Kid Blog. We have created this site in conjunction with our website http://www.montessorikid.com/ in an effort to create a strong Montessori Community that is accessible via the Internet at all times . This blog will provide advice, tips, ideas, and educational information to parents, Montessori educator […]
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Practical Life

By Jean C. Avery

Exercises of PRACTICAL LIFE are designed to develop a sense of order, encourage independence, develop concentration, fine motor control, eye-hand coordination, and lastly, care for oneself and the environment.

Practical Life

Children love to work with their hands. Great curiosity naturally draws the attention of the children to the creative and colorful Montessori Practical Life activities. Materials are chosen specifically for developing skills in a safe and well prepared selection of home like and fun activities. Because these materials are meant to resemble everyday activities, it is important that they be familiar, real, and functional. The attractiveness is of utmost importance as Montessori believed that the child must be offered what is most beautiful and pleasing to the eye.

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Mathematics

By Jean C. Avery

Math was used by mankind ages ago as a tool for practical application. In time it made way for specific abstract rules by which we know math today.

Beads

Dr. Maria Montessori, the founder of the Montessori Method, saw the benefit of this practical application paving the way for abstract thinking, she developed the Montessori Math Curriculum based on experiences of concrete (hands on manipulations) of math learning materials.

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Sensorial

By Jean C. Avery

In the Montessori classroom, sensorial materials are very important. Sharpening the senses enables the children to further understand all impressions that they encounter. The sensorial curriculum not only helps the children explore their environment, but also to develop their MATHEMATICAL MIND.

The Brown Stair

By exploring colors, sounds, taste, textures, and varying size and dimensions, a child will increase his desire to explore his world and constructively categorize all that they encounter. The more refined the information that is received by the brain the finer the distinction the child can make in the future. The sensorial materials are designed to refine the child’s senses to distinguish size, color, texture, weight, temperature, taste, smell, and form.

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  • FF Season II, Week 21

    July 29, 2010
    I am in the throws of a summer. As a stay-at-home dad I find myself overwhelmed and at the same time astounded by the full unbridled force of children during a heat wave. This summer has been hot, and for some reason that brings out a crazy side of kids. The boo boos are on overdrive, complaining is constant, and I have kids claiming to be bored. I can' […]
    Joe Schatz

  • FF Season II, Week 20

    July 22, 2010
    I am in the throws of a summer. As a stay-at-home dad I find myself overwhelmed and at the same time astounded by the full unbridled force of children during a heat wave. This summer has been hot, and for some reason that brings out a crazy side of kids. The boo boos are on overdrive, complaining is constant, and I have kids claiming to be bored. I can' […]
    Joe Schatz

  • Dad Blogs Wordless Wednesday XI

    July 20, 2010
    At the Beach! […]
    Joe Schatz

  • FF Season II, Week 19

    July 15, 2010
    I am in the throws of a summer. As a stay-at-home dad I find myself overwhelmed and at the same time astounded by the full unbridled force of children during a heat wave. This summer has been hot, and for some reason that brings out a crazy side of kids. The boo boos are on overdrive, complaining is constant, and I have kids claiming to be bored. I can' […]
    Joe Schatz

  • FF Season II, Week 18

    July 8, 2010
    Remember: We are still looking for Dad Bloggers to take part in the "Search for the Greenest Dad." Not only is $100 from Amazon.com on the line and a really cool title, but free product too. Also, by stepping up and joining the competition, there will inevitably be more as the power of the dad blogger is revealed to all. Summer there: Don't fo […]
    Joe Schatz

  • Dad Blogs Wordless Wednesday X

    July 6, 2010
    Zzzzz! […]
    Joe Schatz

  • FF Season II, Week 18

    July 1, 2010
    Remember: We are still looking for Dad Bloggers to take part in the "Search for the Greenest Dad." Not only is $100 from Amazon.com on the line and a really cool title, but free product too. Also, by stepping up and joining the competition, there will inevitably be more as the power of the dad blogger is revealed to all. July?! Holy moly! I can […]
    Joe Schatz

  • Dad Blogs Wordless Wednesday IX

    June 29, 2010
    Cannon ball! […]
    Joe Schatz

  • Could An Affair Actually Save A Marriage?

    June 28, 2010
    With the rash of recent headlines regarding cheating celebrities such as Tiger Woods, Jesse James, David Boreanaz, and Mel Gibson one would think that the idea that catching your spouse wandering outside of the confines of your marriage means the demise of the relationship.  But does it really? First of all getting caught cheating on your spouse in front of […]
    Emilia Rak

  • FF Season II, Week 17

    June 24, 2010
    First--a disclaimer: Fellas, we are looking for Dad Bloggers to take part in the "Search for the Greenest Dad." Not only is $100 from Amazon.com on the line and a really cool title, but free product too. Also, by stepping up and joining the competition, there will inevitably be more as the power of the dad blogger is revealed to all. Friday already […]
    Joe Schatz
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