Sensitive Periods are foundational to understanding the Montessori approach. These windows of opportunity are when a child is particularly primed to learning a specific skill or piece of information with ease. Recent brain research has supported this theory; the brain’s plasticity during each of these periods helps the child soak up information, connecting neural pathways in a way that helps shape the brain for life.
Read MoreParents of children ages 3 - 6-year-olds know all too well that this stage can be trying. Here are 6 practical ways to help provide your child with the independence she’s looking for. Implementing these will lead to a peaceful home and a confident child.
Read MoreThe Conscious Mind period takes place around ages 3 through 6. During this phase, the child becomes more aware of the learning process and begins to select work based on interests. The sponge-like mind continues to absorb vast amounts of information, but now there is more choice and independence involved in the learning. This is often when more formal preschool education starts.
Read MoreAdult modeling is instrumental in the growth of children. Dr. Maria Montessori said, “The child developing harmoniously and the adult improving himself at his side make a very exciting and attractive picture.” Here are 10 sweet and simple tips for the adult to foster a more Montessori lifestyle at home.
Read MoreThe Unconscious Mind is the fascinating stage of life in a child from birth to 3 years. During this time, a child soaks up information with her sponge-like brain without discrimination. About 85% of brain growth happens during this phase of life, and it is almost all unconsciously learned.
Read MoreBetween birth and six-years-old a child’s mind is absorbent like a sponge. Montessori developed her educational practice to cooperate with this aspect of a child’s development. Authentic and intentional experiences and opportunities are the perfect educational tool for young children.
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