Why Montessori
A BRIEF HISTORY
Maria Montessori & Her Method
BASIC PRINCIPLES
Absorbent
Mind
This is a special kind of consciousness through which the child absorbs everything from the environment. A different kind of consciousness than that of an adult. The child works unconsciously, is guided by an inner force and helps him to build himself. Absorbing from the environment, the impressions form it, become part of itself - culture, morality, etc.
Sensitive Periods
Sensitive periods cover the ages from birth to 6 years of age and represent this unique ability typical of children to learn new skills and knowledge absolutely unconsciously. These are periods of particular sensitivity to a given area or to certain elements of the environment.
Prepared
Classroom
The environment is organized for each stage of the development of
child to best meet their needs.
In the prepared environment, nothing is left to chance,
the child has the freedom to choose, but this freedom is relative because it is within a specifically structured framework.
Learning Materials
- Accessibility
- Aesthetic
- Emotional
- Progressive
- Allow the child to learn by trial and error.
Movement
Since movement is vital for childrens development, it is encouraged in the montessori classroom as much as possible. Movement develops intelligence and, is an expression of willpower and allows the progressive building of the personality of the child.
Movement is the connection between the spirit and the world and brings the child greater self-confidence.
Montessori
Teachers
The role of a Montessori teacher is that of a leader. They must know how to create a harmonious and friendly atmosphere. Teachers must be able to observe the children in their natural process of development and delay their authoritarian impulse. They must show the child new materials so that he or she can make his or her own choice as to what they work on.
Key Benefits
- The child acquires practical skills that help him / her in everyday life and at any age.
- The child quickly becomes self-sufficient and self-disciplined.
- The child learns to take responsibility.
- The child acquires better self-confidence and a better ability to concentrate.
- Montessori children are more adaptable.
