Writing: A Pathway to Clarity and Insight
Writing is really a way of thinking not just feeling but thinking about things that are disparate, unresolved mysterious, problematic or just sweet.
The Playground: A Space for Self-Discovery and Achievement
A child who makes it across the monkey bars for the first time can feel a tremendous sense of accomplishment. A child who invents a game other children enjoy will admire their own creativity. Playgrounds are a great way for children to explore and develop their sense of self.
Building the Pink Tower Blindfolded: A Montessori Challenge in Sensory Perception and Patience
Build the pink tower without being able to see any of the cubes. This is another work that he had mastered long ago, but the blindfold made him slow down to be sure he was choosing the next largest cube as well as placing it carefully on top of the tower without knocking it all over.
Reading: A Soothing Voyage Through Words and Images
Reading goes beyond pointing the text to read out loud, it’s a calming and pleasant journey to know what a book is delivering through text and illustrations.
Creating Harmony: Cultivating a Peaceful and Cooperative Classroom Environment
Harmony. There is a distinct sense of peace and harmony in the prepared environment. Students move carefully, define their work space, and respect each others work. The children instinctively work together to create a harmonious classroom community that is essential to learning, concentration, and exploration.
