MARIA MONTESSORI-Montessori learning tool for educators.

Example

In Montessori classrooms, children freely choose their own activities from a carefully prepared environment that includes sensory materials. For example, a child may choose to work with a set of geometric shapes to understand spatial relations, allowing them to learn through hands-on experience.

Scenario

A Montessori classroom allows children of mixed ages to engage in activities that match their developmental needs. A child in the 'sensitive period' for order may spend time arranging objects by size or color, fully concentrating without teacher intervention.

Example

Montessori classrooms are designed with child-sized furniture and materials that are aesthetically pleasing and functional. This allows children to develop independence and self-discipline by navigating their environment freely.

Scenario

In a Montessori preschool, a 4-year-old child independently retrieves a set of counting beads from a low shelf and begins to match them with corresponding numeral cards, learning mathematical concepts through concrete manipulation.

Example

Montessori guides (teachers) observe children closely to determine their developmental needs and introduce new materials or concepts at the right moment, rather than following a fixed curriculum.

Scenario

A Montessori guide observes that a child is repeatedly practicing pouring water from one pitcher to another. The guide recognizes this as a sign that the child is refining their motor skills and introduces more advanced exercises to further develop their hand-eye coordination.