If you have just arrived then welcome, please pull up a chair and have a look around, there are some great blogs featured I am sure you will find something you love!
To help get this blog off the ground I am having a giveaway, how would you like some great Japanese items to add to your culture box? or if you prefer a collection of miniatures to use in your phonics boxes? The choice is yours! and I am more than happy to ship worldwide.
So, how do you get your hands on such goodies?
Just leave a comment on this post and tell me what it is that draws you to the Montessori theory?
You MUST leave an email address with the comment. That is it! It would be lovely if you also followed or subscribed to The Montessori Goldmine, blog/tweet/FB about it too and please feel free to help yourself to the badge at the top of the left side bar, if you are not sure how to do it, follow the instructions HERE
I will draw a winner using a random generator on May 14th around 8am Japan time.
Don't forget to check out the other giveaways going on on
A Bit Of This and A Bit Of That all week.
I am a Kindergarten teacher in a traditional school setting. I work with children who don't always have the ideal home environment, so it is important that I give them every opportunity to learn. I'm finding that when children can explore with and discover what they are learning, they have a much deeper understanding. Montessori methods are so helpful in developing experiences for my students. So, even though I am new to Montessori theory, it is already impacting the way I faciliate learning in my classroom.
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Hi! I'm Montessori teacher 3-6 from Croatia. I LOVE Montessori because child and things that she is interested in is in center.
ReplyDeleteI became your fan and I'll post about your giveaway.
PS Thanks for such an interesting blog. It's great idea :-)
leptir.mojpribor@gmail.com
I am new to the Montessori theory but I love anything that is simple and child-friendly.
ReplyDeleteI have added you to my google reader feeds for inspiration. I have an 18 month old and babysit a few toddlers and preschool age children so I am always looking for ideas. :)
ginthefer@gmail.com
Hiya,
ReplyDeleteI've been following your other blog and am a fan on FB as well :) I am a Montessori 3-6 teacher who is homeschooling my 3 (soon to be 4) children and working on finishing up my 0-3 certification as well. I also have a daycare that I try to incorporate as much Montessori into as possible, with much success. Good luck with this latest endeavor. I can't wait to dive in.
Oops forgot to add my email. My apologies...
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I am a PreKindergarten teacher and a Montessori theory groupie. (I am currently taking an online training class.) I love all things Montessori, but one of my favorite things is the lovely environments in Montessori classrooms, and how children seem to truly thrive in them. The children see that adults take care in creating materials and activities for them to use, and they, in turn, take care of the materials, the classroom, and each other. It all comes together in a peaceful classroom! If only the whole world worked this way. : )
ReplyDeleteI am Ally, and I homeschool my younger children using the montessori curriculum after seeing how absolutely wonderful my son (who has aspergers) my son did in a Montessori school. It works! And children seem so naturally drawn to it.
ReplyDeleteadshardell at yahoo dot com
http://barefootinsuburbia.wordpress.com
I love the new blog! As a Primary Directress, I am drawn to Montessori because it addresses the development of the child as whole. Working in urban, public education I have seen that this ingredient is sorely missing. Montessori can work wonders for children, and should be available to all!
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I am a Montessori 3-6 teacher and I own my own school. I first learned about Montessori (after teaching in traditional school) when my own child was ready to begin school. I love the individualization that Montessori allows and I love the independence it creates in children. I am constantly impressed by my students and their desire and capacity to learn!
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I like to us Montessori to teach my toddlers (4 and 2 years old). They like the different way of aproaching ways to learn.
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i am inspired by Montessori when i *feel* that proud glow coming off a child who has accomplished something without any outside help... & for a million other reasons! it's a great question to think about for me as i refocus on Montessori in our lives :)
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Hello, I'm a former Montessori 3-6 teacher, mom to 5 boys, 4 in Montessori school and I'm going to start my 2 year old homeschooling montessori soon. Great blog so far. I put you in my google reader! More montessori..Yeah!! I love the emphasis on peace education in Montessori.
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I just want to say THANK YOU! This site will save me a bit of time.
ReplyDeleteI like Montessori because it is child led and instead of a subject being forced on a child, they will learn it when they are ready. Something my little guy needs :)
I love that it is very child centered and hands on. You can move as the child is ready.
ReplyDeleteCathy
ecspedteacher@gmail.com
I'm a Montessori mom. I like that my 3 year old has such a broad range of topics available to him at school. Dinosaurs, birds, sea life, Japan, and so many more interesting topics on top of the usual ABCs and 123s.
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adding you to google reader
Another great blog you have here. What drew me to the montessori method was the "prepared enviroment". Actually I don't want to take up all your comment space so I will just leave it at that.
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What fun! I love your other blog, and seeing what you and Ebi-Kun get up to. We're starting homeschool kindergarten in the Fall with our daughter- some trinkets would be fun! Our homeschool will be a bit of a hodge podge: there are parts of Waldorf that I love (natural, slow, rhythmic), there are parts of Montessori that I love (child-based)...and my 4-year-old has taught herself how to read. She's at a 3rd grade level now. Our journey is going to be an interesting one :)
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I am a mom with two little ones and I Love the hands on approach as well as the independence of the Montessori theory. I have been dabbling a little with my eldest and I can tell she loves it.
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i just love it because this is what we do anyways... before i knew about montessori.
ReplyDeletethanks for this great blog! i subscribed to it as well. good luck!
goralelana at gmail dot com
elana
I love that you follow the lead of the child and that children learn valuable practical life skills at an early age!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this amazing giveaway!
Jody
mommymomentblog AT gmail DOT com
Hi! I have been following your blog because I got into sewing and you have some really nice fabrics and ideas! I am a preschool Montessori teacher and I love working in the Montessori environment because I think that children so capable and sometimes as adults we don't think about them in that way. I also think that we have to SHOW them how to do things and not expect that they will know how. I am loving your new blog and look forward to seeing more and learning more! :D
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Hello Jo :) I myself am drawn to the Montessori theory and equipment and the simplicity of teaching practical works through the montessori way. Things are so simple yet always forgotten or overlooked simply because we are too busy in life.
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p/s: this new blog looks fun! =)
Thank you for this blog. We can discover a lots of godd ideas !
ReplyDeleteNathalie
lapetiteecoledelina@yahoo.fr
I've just signed up as I have started researching Montessori. It would be great if you could add a list of places you can purchase Monte items!
ReplyDeleteI like Montessori paricularly for the practical life skills the children develop.
ReplyDeletestelmar4@gmail.com
Hi there
ReplyDeleteVery excited at the moment. Thank you it was definately worth the wait. I am fairly new to Montessori, but find it fascinating and the idea of follow the child really appeals to me.I have just started my own English school here in Kawasaki and am slowly trying to incorporate as many Montessori ideas as possible into my lessons. Thank you for this Jo!! I also just started an online Montessori course so this is great timing. Yay!
Will you also have a fan page for this blog on facebook? I will check it out and once my school blog is up and running will add this blog as a reference.
Kim (aka KoalaKim)
kimbosan74@gmail.com
Thanks for creating this!
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kmeagan@me.com
This looks like a wonderful resource! Thanks so much for your time in collating all of this :) I am a new-to-homeschooling Mum of 3, trying to find her feet and complete our Continent boxes. This is such a timely give-away for us, and we would love to win! Thanks again... yodaskeepers (at) gmail (dot) com
ReplyDeleteLove your new blog, Jo!
ReplyDeleteThanks again for featuring me!
As far as what draws me to the Montessori Philosophy...
So many reasons, but here are a few...
Following the Child
The Prepared Environment
Peace / Cosmic Education
The Interconnectedness of Life
Global Awareness
Respect, Compassion, Grace & Courtesy
Whole Child Emphasis
Integration of Practical Life, Sensorial, Math, Culture, Science, Language, and Fine Arts
Thanks for doing this giveaway!
Awesome!
Am following you and have added your button to my blogroll.
Colleen
cmbmomof2@yahoo.com
Jo, what an awesome idea for a blog! I am a SAHM of a nearly 4 year old, who stumbled upon the Montessori method as I was researching activities on the internet. Since then, I've become a believer in this method, and love that it focuses on sensory and pre-writing activities, a skill lost by most preschool and Kindergarten programs.
ReplyDeleteleann at sumnerlearning dot com
This is great.
ReplyDeleteI am a homeschooling mum of four girls between the ages of 1 and 7. I love Montessori because the children respond so well, really enjoy it and are left with a true love of learning.
Can't wait to explore this site further.
Zelda@harpers-recruitment.com
I am a homeschool mom of toddlers as well as a tutor. I think Montessori-inspired activities can help all chidlren learn - especially many of those I tutor. Plus, the desire for a Montessori education for my chidlren (but the lack of funds to send them to a Mont. school) is what led me to homeschooling. The hands-on, child-centered, age-appropriate, independence-fostering focus! Admittedly, I am not a Momt. purist, as I attracted to some other theories of homeschool ed. and too bogged down by lots of other things in life to be so, but I do love Mont. and want to apply its principles more and more as I journey along.
ReplyDeleteThanks for starting this site and for this wonderful giveaway opportunity!
mmstangerjunk@comcast.net
Great blog, and thanks for featuring me! I love Montessori because its well-rounded approach just makes sense. I like that it focuses on more than just learning numbers and writing letters - a trap that I see many programs falling into.
ReplyDeleteI initially became drawn to Montessori due to having an Aspergers son. Montessori is a good fit for kids who learn differently. The hands-on approach, as well as approaching the same skill from different angles, and the freedom given to choose, is perfect.
ReplyDeleteI continue using Montessori with my next son because it is so easy to do.
lita46953@gmail.com
The reason Montessori appeals to me is that it stresses letting the child learn his way.
ReplyDeleteThe blog looks great. Thanks for includin some of my posts. I will be posting about it soon.
evenspor (at) gmail (dot) com
What a great resource you have created! Thank you! I am going to be homeschooling my 2 1/2 year old and plan on taking the teacher training as well.
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I am a special education teacher, and have been really been frustrated with the way things are done in most schools. I love the importance Montessori places on using all of the senses. With my own kids I have seen how much it has helped to learn through touch (especially with my boy).
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Ally
I was attracted to Montessori when my daughter was around 6 months and I noticed she would not play with the plastic toys and other battery-powered objects she had been given. I was looking for a better way to entertain her and stubbled upon Montessori. I'm passionate about her method and hoping to get more training.
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pichet.maurice(at)yahoo.fr
One of the first things that attracted me was the idea of letting toddlers drink from glasses, instead of plastic sippy cups! I love the focus on an environment that kids can have some control over - and learn proper habits because things are at their level.
ReplyDeleteAnd I'd love some Japanese items for our upcoming trip around the word!
janemaritz at yahoo dot com
Hi, Just found your website and will definately be a follower! I am trying out several montessori activities with my 3 year old and am inspired by your website.
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I like the fact that I can use Montessori to supplement what my children are learning in their everyday life from other people. It fills the gaps and let's them be self directed.
ReplyDeletedbummy@gmail.com
Great blog. I like hands-on nature of Montessori even though I disagree with some ideas. For example, I teach a lot more through books than pure Montessori suggests. Still, I love inspirational ideas.
ReplyDeleteI am a Montessori trained teacher incorporating Montessori methods for special needs adults. I find that the Montessori method works well for all ages and abilities.
ReplyDeleteHi Jo. I always like your blog and your ideas. I have been talking to the teachers of Montessori school about the kids and the environment at home to build independence of mind. I hope to see you soon!
ReplyDeletemegumi.collins@gmail.com
I love Montessori for the independence and self care skills it gives a child. I also love how it is so hands on and how the child has so much "freedom" to focus on what he needs to focus on at the moment.
ReplyDeleteThank you for starting this new blog.
juliecerdas at gmail dot com
I like the hands on approach. westerfamily(at)gmail(dot)com.
ReplyDeleteYour blog is great! We love Montessori, mainly because it allows my sons to focus on their own individual work better than a traditional classroom setting (they're both WAY more focused individually than in large groups). My boys have flourished in Montessori, and it's amazing to watch them grow! :)
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Dr. Montessori's philosophy of following the child has greatly enriched my son, Christopher's life and mine. For the past 31/2 years, whether it be learning new things...letting go of feeding him or doing away with afternoon naps...he's always indicated as to when he's ready. We've unconciously been practicing montessori. Though he goes to a public school, we homeschool too the montessori way and I have all the wonderful mothers who blog to thank for. You have all been an immense inspiration.
ReplyDeleteGod Bless with the new blog!
Helam Kipgen (helamang@gmail.com)
I am a stay at home mom and I love that I can teach my kids at home. I like the hands on approach that montessori provides. The kids are immersed in an environment where learning comes naturally. Thank you for the giveaway.
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Your web site looks very interesting - I have taught in a montessori pre-school for about 15 years and I am looking forward to coming back to your site often
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What a fabulous idea.
ReplyDeleterayner.kylie(at)gmail(dot)com
Thank you :)
There are many aspects that I love about Montessori. I love how I can seamlessly weave my passion, Spanish, into Montessori. I love teaching practical life lessons in Spanish. I like the fact that the children are exposed to so much in the Montessori Primary program; that helps to create a firm, "can do" foundation for their futures.
ReplyDeleteMy e-mail is franish@hotmail.com
I like the practical life aspects as well as the child-guidedness of Montessori
ReplyDeleteI am drawn to Montessori, because I am able to weave my passion, Spanish, in with Montessori work. I especially love presenting practical life lessons in Spanish. I like the fact that Montessori provides a firm, "can do" foundation in kids that lasts a lifetime, because once you learn something, it cannot be taken away from you. I also like the valuable gospel principles that are woven into the method- preparation, knowledge,ORDER, etc. Maria Montessori was truly a woman ahead of her time!
ReplyDeleteMy e-mail is franish@hotmail.com
I love the fact that my son is growing and finally being able to be in an environment that has what he needs. My son has SPD and even though we've been 'homeschooling' since he was born he struggled. Once we figured it out and found out what we were dealing with he's doing so much better since MM's sensory work was brought in and it's grown from there. I also like the fact that Montessori really allows for the children to grow at their own pace and provides an environment where they can be successful. Small things like that pay off big time with a special needs child.
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www.mondorfment.blogspot.com
I followed over from Leptir's blog. I'm off to finish reading your new to me blog!
For me Montessori is as natural as breath. When I first heard of Montessori, I felt I started breathing a fresh air. Since then, every single time I am looking at our 32 months old son, homeschooled using Montessori, every single time I read Maria Montessori's words, I feel like I am breathing. It is as simple as that.
ReplyDeleteJo, you are one of the kind. Thank you for including us in this incredible source of resources.
Miri
hi everyone,
ReplyDeleteI am a Montessori directress and part owner of a small montessori school located in Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. Our school is following an authentic Montessori method for ages 3-6. I have been teaching for 10 yrs now and was a traditional early childhood teacher. I was then introduced to the Montessori method last 2007.
I like the philosophy of loving learning. it really makes a lot of sense.
Regards,
Maria
www.greensvillemontessori.com
email: gayle@greensvillemontessori.com
I homeschool five children, and when I started reading about Montessori it made so much sense. I love the cultivation of independence, the self-direction, and the focus on the natural world. I'm still a newbie to it all, but i'm finding out more and implementing new ideas every day-my kids are thriving on it.
ReplyDeleteGreat blog, thankyou! I'm following now.
The new blog is great. We look forward to reading all your great ideas.
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I love how in Maria Montessori's writings and her ideas for education are full of respect for the child.
ReplyDelete(rdmatava@gmail.com)
This is such a great idea - I'm subscribed :)
ReplyDeleteI am grabbed by Montessori because I really believe there is a perfect time for everything and nothing can be a better lead then child interest itself. Also, I like the idea of them actually discovering and learning how to do things and doing them by themselves, instead of having everything already done for them.
Best Regards and I wish you a lot of succes with this blog!
Sandra
alexandramils@yahoo.ca
I LOVE your new blog! I would also love to get some new objects for my continent boxes which I am in the process of making now! I was in the phonetic object swap a few years ago and still love all the objects I received!
ReplyDeleteLinda
lindart@bellnet.ca
I started Montessori when my first child was born. I survived teaching her montessori at home through Montessorians like you who unselfishly share their knowledge to us. I was so amazed on how it has transformed her into an independent and confident child. Now, i have 3 children and own a montessori school, I am blessed to be given the chance to be part of these children taking shape and transforming into better citizens of this world. I thank you all Montessori advocates for continuously sharing your time and knowledge to us. Blessings.
ReplyDeleteDelightful job in putting this new blog together! My quick glance was enjoyable- I found a great picture of a brown prism and pink cube extension that I loved.
ReplyDeleteTracy.Crawford.TC@gmail.com
Hi, I'm new to Montessori but the thing that drew me in was the environment that the children are in-- it's child-centered and allows them to be independent. Love the new blog!
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I am a 3-6 teacher & what drew me was that I've always felt that my personal education was boring ...that children were capable of so much more..thank goodness Montessori found me, really. A young assistant @ first, then training next,& 12 years later & still doing it. I continue to learn more about it every year. :) inespaulkids@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteI love all things Montessori. The philosophy makes sense and the materials are so intesting and beautiful
ReplyDeleteCarol Monington
cmonington@yahoo.com
I am putting things together to teach my 28mo. old granddaughter and love the Montessori theory that allows children to continue to learn through hands on play.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway and your informative blog.
Robin
cokelush at gmail
I'm a Montessori teacher 3-6 in Ireland. I discovered Montessori when I became a mother. Because I wanted the best for Lily and knew from my previous background (psychology) how important are the first years in terms of learning and development, I started to read about child's education and read "how to raise a happy child" from tim seldin then I prepared our home to suit Lily's needs and then wanted to offer the best as a mum and a teacher (I was childminder then and worked previously in a creche). It was a change of life and a change of career.
ReplyDeleteHere my email:
carinerobin@gmail.com
and my blog if you want to see what I do with Lily and in the preschool
http://lilytots.blogspot.com/
(Reposting, as forgot my email address; apologies!)
ReplyDeleteHello. I love that the Montessori philosophy embraces a child's rights, it gives them choice, and respects that they know better than anyone what they need and want to do. There are clear rules of job ownership, and by following these rules we protect the child's rights to do a job thereby helping them to learn and build upon their skills of concentration.
Thanks again for a wonderful blog!
pselever(at)bigpond(dot)net(dot)au
Hi Jo,
ReplyDeleteI love Montessori beacause the children discover the world for themselves with a little careful prep sometimes before hand.....so many interpretations for so many different little miracles!
jumpinjen@blueyonder.co.uk
The whole Montessori education is child-centered and follow the pace of the child. The adult is the directress. angelinechio@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteI've been a fan of your blog for some time and have used many of your cultural ideas. I love Montessori because it's self-directed and the child can go at his or her pace. I'm going to post about The Montessori Goldmine on my blog (Joyful Learner) to share the great resources with other people. Thanks again for featuring me! Min (mamamia12003 at yahoo)
ReplyDeleteMy son attended a Montessori school from age 4 through 6th grade. He will be a Senior in high school next fall. I love the Montessori method and seeing how the child is allowed to learn inspired me to become a Montessori Directress.
ReplyDeleteWhat draws me to the Montessori method is its respect to the child and giving him/her autonomy within a structured environment.
ReplyDeletehi i have been following your blog for a while and have learned so many things . it has been very helpful to homeschool my kids the montessori way . looking forward to read your new blog .
ReplyDeletelove and blessings
viviane
bellaaziz22@hotmail.com
Montessori Education is wonderful and inspiring to me because of the independence it inspires in children. They learn to be well-rounded individuals in their own time, and truly grow in the optimal setting. I will be adding a link to here from my own Montessori Blog!
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I have always been fascinated with any thing to do with Montessori as I love her way of teaching children independence and working at your own pace. Susan steveac@bellsouth.net
ReplyDeleteWe are currently homeschooling our oldest of 4. He's just finishing K. We enjoy the hands-on aspect of the Montessori method. Thanks for your site!
ReplyDeletewifeofworldsbesthusband(at)hotmail(dot)com
I trained as a Montessori 3-6 teacher, and I loved the way that the method just makes sense. It seems such a perfectly natural way for children to learn. We are in the UK and don't have Montessori elementary in our area (the nearest one is 2 hours away!), so my husband and I are trying to set up a school which is affordable (but we have to live, so we do need to charge fees unfortunately) for children to attend. We are hoping to open in September. I love the way that the 3-6 curriculum makes even more sense when you look at the 6-12 curriculum and can't wait to open our little school :) sophie_ray_jones@hotmail.co.uk
ReplyDeleteI am in love with the Montessori method because I love to see my children so happily learning, and grasping concepts way earlier than I thought they would. I have 3 girls, 6, 4, and 2. I have a blast making my own materials, and reading blogs about how to make them, and how to present them. There are no local Montessori pre-schools or elementary schools in my area, so we do everything at home! We love it!
ReplyDeleteSuzy
scraphappy@mchsi.com
Greetings, my boy is finishing his second year in a public montessori school. with his subtle special needs, and gifted with learning disability, traditional school would have been an awful mess. he needs to see/hear/feel/do/say to grasp the concept. mindless repetition bogs him down.
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My daughter, Isabella, has only attended the school for a month, but we have noticed some progress. Isabella is putting words together and speaking more clearly. Even her speech therapist commented how she is more talkative. By attending the Montossori School it will inspire her to continue learning with an open and positive mind. It's comforting to know that not only is Isabella getting a great education, but she is happy at school as well.
ReplyDeleteMy husband and I are so happy that Isabella is enjoying preschool, you have no idea. It's not easy to send your first child to school but seeing what a ball Isabella is having makes it a breeze. And we know we have her Montessori school to thank for that. The activities they plan, the room they decorate, the friendships they help foster-- it's all incredible, and it's helping our daughter (and us!) believe that school is fun, which is incredibly important. It has helped build the foundation for improved academic achievement, focus and social interactions. It will help her for the rest of her life.
cynthia
cynthiayaleman@gmail.com
Hi, I am a Head Start teacher in Vermont, USA. I had the good fortune to work for a Montessori school, as an assistant, many years ago. I learned so much, and loved the respect for the intelligence of the child (as shown in the prepared environment and teaching), as well as the thoughtful way that lessons were carried out, step by step, to allow the child to truly learn.
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Hi,
ReplyDeleteI am currently enrolled in a montessori certification program and also doing my internship in a montessori school.I am learning so much both through the curriculum and through school.This blog is a fantastic idea.I really appreciate the time and effort you are putting into this.
nandini05@gmail.com
I am a Primary teacher living in Md teaching in VA. both of my children are in a public Montessori. I love that the focus is on the child and not the cirriculum developed by educators who haven't been in the classroom in years. Also the cultural infusion through out the classroom is so loved by the children.
ReplyDeleteChristine
cmrob23@gmail.com
I love the freedom of choice and diverse curriculum. I am unschooling my children but I am a trained reading teacher. Our Montessori environment gives my children structure while having the freedom to explore every subject area at their leisure. It works very well for us!
ReplyDeleteThanks for starting such a great blog resource!
Rebecca Wolf
Rebeccawolf AT gmail DOT com
A montessori-inspired home ed mum. Great idea there are so many creative Monti ideas out there - belinda at poetic dot com
ReplyDeleteHi. I am new to Montessori, and thanks so much for such a resourceful blog. I am trying to incorporate the Montessori method into my toddler's learning activities at home. I love the self-discipline, concentration, patience that Montessori has to offer. I also think its wonderful the way Montessori instills a love of learning into the child. I truly enjoy being a part of the learning process with my kids and think that this method provides the perfect opportunity by making the technique so manageable and practical. iris.rahrah@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI am a preschool teacher from Kentucky. We use a Montessori curriculum and it is amazing to watch the children learn to be self-sufficient and discover learning through hands-on material. Our center has four classrooms with only five foot walls. The classrooms are calm and yet active and busy. It is a wonderful philosophy that works in the real world. KY teacher
ReplyDeleteI love the freedom with in the prepared environment.When in life are children given the freedom to choose their learning unconditionally (well sort of). They are given materials WHEN they 'need' them so they excel more easily. By providing them with freedoms without critism, they aren't afraid to try new things!Fostering a love of learning throughout their lives! Long live Maria!
ReplyDeleteasmacdougall@shaw.ca
ENTRIES FOR THE GIVE AWAY ARE NOW CLOSED.
ReplyDeletebut if you would like to leave a comment of why you are drawn to Montessori please do so!