The Montessori Schools

The Montessori Approach to Language

Language development is a long process for children, and language learning is a primary objective for young students in elementary school. The Montessori Method is designed to build language skills with intuitive learning tools that utilize all the senses.

In this video, you can see some of these tools in action for a better understanding of how students use them to learn. With these tools, students have a solid background in written, spoken, and read language.

If you want to see more elements of the Montessori Method, visit The Montessori School at one of our three Texas campuses. Contact us online or by calling us at Starcreek: (972) 727-2800, North Dallas: (972) 985-8844, or West Plano: (972) 618-8844. 

How Montessori Schools Encourage Your Child to Reach His or Her Full Potential

Every child has unique talents and gifts that should be nurtured through the educational process so that these virtues can shine as children get older. In some schooling systems, this is not an achievable goal because the curriculum is not designed with the flexibility needed for every child to flourish. Montessori schools are different because children are put in charge of their learning with independent exploration and discovery to understand complex concepts of math, science, and language. Here are some of the ways that Montessori schooling can help your child excel:

• Accelerated curriculum: In Montessori schools, children are given the building blocks for basic subject matter that easily translate to more advanced skills that are often reserved for traditional middle school classrooms. With a Montessori foundation in early childhood, your child can go on to achieve great academic feats at a younger age and better prepare for the challenges of higher education.
• Creative subject matter: Music and the arts get a heavy emphasis in the Montessori classroom, because these subjects help kids explore their creative potential. Plus, music and visual aids can facilitate better learning for some children with distinct learning styles. Apart from using the arts in the standard classroom, Montessori schools offer superior music and visual arts education as extracurricular subjects.
• Greater student responsibility: When you walk into a Montessori classroom, you will not see the teacher serving as a disciplinary figure or giving lessons to the students. This is achievable through a sense of responsibility in the students to explore the materials they want to learn with and clean them up when they are finished. Students tend to work independently with plenty of space to utilize for their work, so conflict among pupils is a rarity.

To dig deeper into the excellent opportunities offered through the foundation of a Montessori education, visit The Montessori School at one of our three Texas campuses. Contact us on our website or call us at Starcreek: (972) 727-2800 North Dallas: (972) 985-8844 West Plano: (972) 618-8844. 

Visit These Sites To Find Out More About What Montessori Can Do For Your Child

As a responsible parent, giving your child the best education possible is undoubtedly a top priority. Get informed about all Montessori education can offer your child by clicking through the resources below. If you’re ready to learn more, please call our The Montessori School Dallas Area campuses located in Starcreek: (972) 727-2800, North Dallas: (972) 985-8844, and West Plano: (972) 618-8824.

• ModernFamilyLife.com provides examples of positive reinforcement for children.
• Starting a garden with your child? Here are some great plants for kids to grown from the BBC.
• The National Institutes of Health details the benefits of exercise for children.
• Learn about music and its positive effects on children from Medical News Today.
• Get tips on how to make early learning fun at Scholastic.com.

Things You Can Do with Your Children at Home for Positive Reinforcement

If your child attends a Montessori school, you are likely already seeing the benefits of our unique programs and philosophies. You may also be wondering if there are steps you can take at home to help your child progress. Positive reinforcement is a wonderful way to show your children that behaving well and acting responsibly has pleasing results for them. There are many ways to use positive reinforcement at home with your children, including:

• Praise. This is one of the most powerful tools a parent has. Children love praise and they want to know that the good things they do are noticed. Keep your praise specific—tell your child exactly what he did that you like. The more children are praised for doing well, they more they will try to do other things well. Use praise liberally and do not worry—your praise will not result in a swollen ego for your child, only more good behavior.
• Choice of activities. Another way to deliver positive reinforcement is to allow your child to pick an activity. This shows your child that behaving well can result in certain levels of control, which children love. Have you ever noticed that your child will suddenly stop eating certain foods? This is often because what they eat is one of the few things they can control, so let them feel more responsible and in control when they have earned it.
• Physical rewards. Also effective is doling out small tangible rewards—age-appropriate toys, healthy snacks (try not to rely on this one too often), items that encourage creativity and cognitive development such as colored pencils, and stickers are great little ways to positively reinforce your child’s good behavior.

Are you interested in giving your child the advantage of a Montessori education? If you have questions, please call our campuses located in Starcreek: (972) 727-2800, North Dallas: (972) 985-8844, and West Plano: (972) 618-8824.

Montessori Education for the Early Childhood Years

By now, you’ve likely heard of the some of the benefits of a Montessori education for your child. Are you interested in learning more about early childhood education at Montessori? Check out this video clip for more.

For children three to six years old, the Montessori philosophy is dedicated to nurturing and fostering a love of learning in each and every child. Children are encouraged to forge engaging and meaningful connections with learning and creativity that will serve them for the rest of their lives through hands-on activities that feel rewarding and fun.

At Montessori schools, we are committed to giving your child the finest early childhood education available. To ask any questions you may have, please call our The Montessori School Dallas Area campuses located in Starcreek: (972) 727-2800, North Dallas: (972) 985-8844, and West Plano: (972) 618-8824.