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In Montessori, we talk about Cosmic Education, where artistic expression weaves seamlessly throughout the curriculum. The Montessori method, renowned for its holistic approach to learning, emphasizes nurturing creativity through the arts. From the earliest stages of development, children are encoura...
In today’s fast-paced world, where technological advancements seem to dominate every aspect of our lives, the value of practical life skills can sometimes be overshadowed. However, at Butler Montessori, located in upper Montgomery County Maryland, these skills are not only emphasized but cherished a...
In the bustling hub of a Montessori classroom, there is an air of discovery that permeates every corner. Children move with purpose, their eyes bright with curiosity as they explore the intricacies of the world around them. Maria Montessori, the visionary educator behind the Montessori Method, under...
Model United Nations (MUN) is a rite of passage for many students throughout the country and often an important milestone in their school careers. It is a beacon of experiential learning that offers students a platform to delve into the complexities of international relations while sharpening their ...
The five Great Stories are an important and unique group of stories that provide the Elementary children with a “big picture” of life and the world around them. The stories lead children to contemplate the past, discover the present, and imagine the future. At the same time, the children develop an ...
 “If human unity—which is a fact in nature—is going at last to be organized, it will be done only by an education that will give appreciation of all that has been done by human cooperation.”
~ Dr. Maria Montessori
In this year of considering the aspect of compassion in our daily lives, let’s l...
“A community united by the ideals of compassion and creativity has incredible power. Arts of all kinds—music, literature, traditional arts, visual arts—can lift a community” ~ Martin O’MalleyÂ
The connection between Music and the Performing Arts and teaching compassion is intrinsic. During th...
Children in the second plane of development (ages 6-12) are drawn to learning the why of the world. The story of the human being is a story of how people have fulfilled their fundamental human needs, both physical and spiritual. A big part of the Montessori curriculum for history is the ways in wh...
Through the freedom and activity given to the child, the child gains knowledge about the responsibilities of their family and school community. As the child becomes more active, it is the adult’s responsibility to make the child aware of how they could be responsible for their own activities. This i...
Traditional schools and Montessori schools often differ greatly in their views of Freedom and Responsibility. In traditional schools, freedom and responsibility are usually opposites. Discipline is imposed by the adult and the feelings of the child do not matter. The child is to obey the teacher unq...
Upon entering the Elementary classroom you will be struck by the noise level, the work scattered across all surfaces (watch your step!), and the enthusiasm with which the children discuss the happenings of the day, week, month, and year. We are a busy bunch. We have much important work to do. We are...
Children in the Young Children's Community thrive in an appropriately sized environment that is their classroom. Here they have a very structured routine set up to allow them the time to make choices and practice skills that they feel drawn toward. Dressing is a big theme in this classroom and often...
