How was the Universe created? Such a BIG question to answer for young and curious minds – and it is the first question we explore in Montessori with Elementary children through the Story of the Universe, also known as The First Great Lesson. Montessori’s Story of the Universe incorporates science and imagination by presenting scientific…
In Montessori training, a lot of time is spent learning about the different purposes of the Montessori activities. Each activity has an external aim and an internal aim. The external aims are what most adults easily see: did the child really learn how to zip up their clothes or wash the table? The internal aims…
On Earth Day, we often take a moment to think about how education can contribute to raising environmentally aware and responsible individuals. We’re also often on the lookout for ideas for environmental science projects. In this article, we will explore how the Montessori method can instill a deep appreciation for nature among your elementary learners,…
Kitchen chemistry is a fun and relevant way to introduce children to the world of chemistry. It includes cooking, baking, other food-based experimenting, and the clean-up process too! We’re going to tell you why it’s so great to start your children’s study of chemistry with food, and then we’ll give you 6 experiments you can…
Have your learners expressed an interest in fire? It’s no surprise if they have! Fire is something that humans evolved with, and something that sets us apart from the rest of the animal kingdom. One way to build on your learners’ curiosity is with a lesson about how humans discovered fire, and an exciting fire…
Nature walks are a great way for children to explore and learn about the natural world around them, and the Montessori approach is particularly well-suited for ensuring that your nature walks are part of an enriching learning experience. Montessori nature walk activities will help you give your young learners a hands-on, experiential outing that supports…
Learning about magnets is always a popular activity. When you first introduce magnets to your young learners, they’ll be excited to go around testing whether things stick to their magnet or not. If you give them time, their explorations will lead them to the conclusion that magnets stick to metal. However, they’ll probably also come…
You may have used the term “erosion” to describe the combination of both erosion and weathering, but in fact, they are different processes. In this article, we’ll go over what each process entails, and how to teach your learners about both of them in a way that provides a clear understanding of the difference. First…
One of the more popular topics for exploration after the First Great Lesson is volcanoes. Who wouldn’t tingle with energy after seeing an enormous eruption of “scalding hot lava” (aka baking soda and vinegar mixed with a little red food coloring and soap)? In order to encourage your learners’ natural excitement and curiosity after you…
Learning how sedimentary rocks are made is among the most fundamental concepts in geology. If you want your students or your child to have a firmer grasp of what sedimentary rocks are and how they form, engaging them with experiential learning and hands-on activities can be a game-changer. Montessori Laboratory offers a free sedimentation lesson…
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