When visiting a Montessori classroom, it can at first be surprising to see children of a range of ages in one room. Visitors often ask how children of very different sizes and abilities can all be supported and challenged in one classroom. There are many factors, but one reason the mix of ages works so well in Montessori is because we have “three-year cycles.” What is a Montessori Three-Year Cycle? …
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Chores: the word has such a negative connotation. But does it need to be that way? Following on from our post last week about chores being beneficial for all ages, we wanted to share a post from 'How We Montessori' about the benefits of chores for children at three years of age. It’s not about making children do chores. Instead, it’s about encouraging and supporting your children to recognise and…
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Chores: the word has such a negative connotation. But does it need to be that way? Do you remember doing chores when you were growing up? For some of us, we remember them as a negative consequence. For others, we never had them and it took us a while to learn how to do them as adults. Still others remember helping around the house but not thinking it was a…
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