Last week I spent time with amazing bloggers and friends. We talked about a lot of things. One thing that stuck out to me was our general agreement on the approach to sensory activities, or activities in general. Believing that an activity with kids is more often than not about the process, and that we […]
Outdoor Montessori Activities for Sensorial
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Dr. Montessori believed that educating the senses preceded intellectual development. A child’s education of the senses begins at birth. He takes impressions of his world through his senses. Around 2.5 years old he enters a sensitive period for organizing these impressions. Much like the alphabet organizes language, the sensorial work organizes these impressions. This post […]
How to Make a Geoboard with Your Kids
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Geoboards are a great addition to a Montessori classroom or math learning center. The work develops the three-finger grip, preparing the child for writing. There is also patterning, which helps develop mathematical thinking. There is even beginning science concepts with the stretching of the rubber bands. You can’t go wrong with these boards! There versatility […]
Beautiful Art Activity for Kids in the Outdoor Classroom
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This art and nature activity for kids combines art, nature, and movement. We painted with petals and glue. The materials give children a different kind of tactile and fine motor experience. Plus, this activity takes children outside where learning is always at its best. Finally this art and nature activity for kids can be adapted […]
Baric Cylinders Lesson: Montessori Sensorial
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Baric Cylinders are found within the Sensorial area of the Montessori classroom. The materials further develop the haptic sense, in this case, weight. The Baric Cylinders on the Sensorial shelf. The Baric Cylinders Lesson: Presentation I Prepare the box ahead of time with only the heaviest and lightest pairs. Invite the child to do the […]
Montessori Sensorial: Thermic Tablets
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Montessori Thermic Tablets are a Sensorial material that defines the child’s haptic sense. Children truly enjoy this work and you can purchase or create the materials at a reasonable price. These Five Senses books from Montessori Services are a great way to introduce the senses and a new lesson (or simply to leave on the shelf) to children. […]