| Montessori Curriculum
Sensorial
These materials focus on each of the five senses.
Sensorial exercises heighten powers of observation, enrich descriptive
vocabulary, teach classification, and help the children extend this
skill into the world.
Language Arts (Reading, Writing,
Spelling)
Teachers encourage the children to express
themselves verbally through describing, explaining, telling stories,
and forming opinions. Initially, a phonetic system is used to
teach reading. As children gain confidence, their skills are
broadened with more complicated letter combinations. Emphasis is
also placed on the manual skills necessary for writing.
Mathematics
Children learn to associate number symbols with
quantities. Manipulative Montessori materials lay the foundation
for understanding basic arithmetic operations and promotes a real
understanding of the number system in preparation for more abstract
mathematical concepts at the elementary level.
Practical Life
Exercises in everyday living skills help to develop
coordination, increase attention span and build ideas, sequence, and
logic.
Science
Students learn the physical characteristics of
plants and animals and their natural environment. Enhancing
vocabulary and using simple experiments to understand basic concepts
of physical science are part of the science program.
Geography
Children learn how land and water forms are created.
Map work reinforces language, fine motor coordination, and memory
development. Cultural studies emphasize the universal needs of
human beings and an appreciation of diversity.
Music
Music classes introduce children to the concepts of
rhythm and melody. Within the classroom children work to
recognize tonal differences and enjoy playing instruments and singing.
Art
A variety of activities and media are used to
develop an awareness of color, texture, and form. These
activities allow the children to combine fine hand control with their
self-expression.
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