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Free Montessori Printable – World Peace Day 21 September

If you Love MontessoriHelper, you will Love getting these Free World Peace Day Materials ! Why not start your Peacebuilding efforts today and make a week of it…becausye “establishing lasting peace is the work of education; all politics can do is keep us out of war.” -Maria Montessori The PDF Materials you will need for […]

Introduction to Maths

Introduction to Maths

  As a foundation for writing and arithmetic the child has learnt (in a cognitive fashion), “concrete” experiences through the sensorial and practical life lesson activities. These are a vital precedent to beginning Maths activities as they introduce size and dimension through the senses. We recommend you complete most of the lessons in the

Apps in Montessori – to use or not to use ?

The use of computer and handheld applications in the Montessori Method seems to attract mixed responses from Montessorians. One of the cornerstones of the Montessori Method is that it relies on concrete cognitive signals that are gained from learning through the senses, for example a sensorial exercise with the Red Rods which is one of […]

How children learn to read using the Montessori Method

How children learn to read using the Montessori Method

The Montessori reading series is mostly focused on the phonetic aspect of language. The child will spend time learning the initial sounds. Next the focus is on identifying middle sounds of words (emphasizing short vowel sounds), and the ending sounds of words. He does a lot of matching and sorting activities. Objects and pictures are matched by their sounds.

National Arts Month

National Arts Month

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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 17 October

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 17 October

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Lesson Idea => Independence Day 4 July

Lesson Idea => Independence Day 4 July

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Lesson Idea => World Oceans Day 8 June

Lesson Idea => World Oceans Day 8 June

Following on just after World Environment Day (WED) is World Oceans day on the 8th of June. What a great way to continue the discussion about our environment. Why not take some time to present your children with these MontessoriHelper “Endangered Ocean Animals” materials as part of an additional activity broadening on the original topic […]

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Montessori Lesson Idea – World Whale Day

Whales are amongst the largest Mammals on Earth and can grow up to 18m in length. World Whale Day on the 15th of February is dedicated to celebrating whales, promoting their conservation, and educating the public about them. Here are some Montessori Inspired Presentation ideas based on the theme of World Whale Day Google for […]

Olympic Games Montessori Materials

Olympic Games Montessori Materials

The Olympic Games happen once every four years. This is an excellent time to engage in discussions About culture and diversity in the context of Sports. Here are some Montessori Presentation ideas based on the Olympic Games theme • Watch the events when they are broadcast • Try these Montessori Inspired Olympic Maths Activities at […]

Lesson Idea, Inspire your Heart with Art Day - 31 Jan

Lesson Idea, Inspire your Heart with Art Day – 31 Jan

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What is the Montessori "Three Period Lesson"

What is the Montessori “Three Period Lesson”

Between the ages of birth to four-and-a-half, children are in a sensitive period for refining their senses. Children at this age are capable of learning to discern hundreds of qualities of the things around them as well as absorb information about things, such as learning their names.

One can take advantage of this particular interest that is unique to this age group. Introducing interesting things with their names through the “Three Period Lesson” harnesses the power of association within the subconscious which is one of the key building blocks for abstraction in later life.

Free Earth Hour Materials

Free Earth Hour Materials

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99c Sale - European Landmarks

99c Sale – European Landmarks

Montessori Nomenclature Cards (also know as three part cards) can be used for building Geographical concepts and thereby enhance a child’s natural affinity to learn. If you would like to put this into practise, why not take advantage of your special MontessoriHelper member offer and get these “European Landmarks” nomenclature cards for only 99c, or […]

MontessoriHelper now available in Arabic !

MontessoriHelper now available in Arabic !

Because of it’s benefits, the Montessori Method has become a global phenomenon over the years. MontessoriHelper supports this, and we have started a journey to make our Montessori Materials available in as many languages as possible, so that whatever language you speak, we hope to bring the benefits of the Montessori Method to you in […]

D I M E S A L E => International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer 16 Sep 2012

It is all around us and is vital to life on earth Yet is is invisible The Montreal Protocol was signed by the UN on 16 Sept to create Measures that help protect the Ozone Layer Here are a few practical discussion ideas for a presentation/lesson on this theme

Lesson Idea => World Nature Conservation Day 28 July 2012

If you missed World Environment Day recently in June…. You can still take advantage of our Endangered Animals Dimesale And use these materials to talk about World Nature Conservation Day on 28 July. Here are a few practical discussion ideas for a presentation/lesson, you will be amazed how many more the children come up with […]

LessonIdea => Mandela Day 18 July 2012

  This is an annual international day on his birthday, on 18 July, adopted by the United Nations. Individuals, communities and organisations are asked to donate 67 minutes to doing something for others, Commemorating the 67 years that he gave to the struggle for social justice Why not join this celebration of Peace by presenting […]

Your Montessori Questions Answered

Your Montessori Questions Answered

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Montessori Visual Activities : Primary Colors Montessori Activity

Montessori Visual Activities : Primary Colors Montessori Activity

Montessori Visual Activities : Primary Colors Montessori Activity

Help your child learn primary colors with a color box Montessori material. Learn how to use color boxes in thisfree educational video clip about teaching visual skills with Montessori…

Montessori Language Activities : Montessori Sand Letters Activity

Montessori Language Activities : Montessori Sand Letters Activity

Montessori Language Activities : Montessori Sand Letters Activity

Using sand Montessori letters helps your child trace and remember each letter. Learn how to use sand letters in this free educational video about language Montessori methods. Expert: …

Montessori: Planting the Seeds of Learning

Montessori: Planting the Seeds of Learning

Montessori: Planting the Seeds of Learning

A 12 minute introduction to Montessori education from the Montessori Foundation. The video was prepared by Artrix Video in Sarasota, Florida. Copyright is held by the Montessori Foundation. The video is ava…