Posts Tagged ‘practical life’
The importance of real materials in practical life
By Archana Dalal One thing that sets Montessori schools apart from other preschools is practical life activities. According to Dr. Maria Montessori, practical life is “The Montessori term that encompasses domestic work to maintain the home and classroom environment, Self-Care and Personal Hygiene, and Grace & Courtesy.” Natural Consequence Young Children are always interested in…
Read MoreTools in the Practical Life Area
By Amber Evans An essential part of the Montessori method is practical life. These activities are an increasingly challenging series of motor tasks involving real life goals. In addition to helping children master everyday tasks, the aim of practical life activities is to develop a child’s independence, body control and coordination of movement, concentration and…
Read MoreSewing and Weaving in the Montessori Classroom
By Sheri Papke Why do we sew in the Montessori classroom? In the book, Sewing in the Montessori Classroom, a practical life curriculum, Aimee Fagan M.Ed., says, “The hand is the brain’s connection to the world around us. As our culture moves to being greatly screen-based, we are struggling with how to help the children…
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