Homework has long been a staple of schools in the U.S. It is commonly thought that homework reinforces the lessons learned in the classroom and that it teaches students valuable skills such as organization and time management. Unfortunately, homework usually doesn’t help students succeed in these ways, which is why worksheets and similar assignments are rarely assigned to students who attend a Montessori school.

The Montessori View on Homework

In Montessori schools, all students apply themselves to their work. From toddlers to elementary-age children, Montessori students are genuinely self-motivated to experiment with the learning process. One reason for this inner motivation is that the Montessori classroom allows students freedom within reason to direct their own education. It wouldn’t make sense to micromanage the work of a child at home when this isn’t done in the classroom. By not assigning homework in the conventional sense, Montessori schools eliminate the frustration and friction that is so often experienced by families while navigating the homework process. Furthermore, not assigning “busy work” supports students’ positive attitude toward the learning process.

The Benefits of Unstructured Time After School

There are other reasons why Montessori students rarely have homework assignments such as worksheets. The Montessori view is a balanced one: Just like adults, children need unstructured time after school to relax and to express themselves through play. Students learn the value of responsibility by helping their families manage household tasks and they strengthen family relationships by spending time with their loved ones.

The Extension of Montessori Principles Into the Home

Montessori schools might not typically assign homework in the conventional sense, but this doesn’t necessarily mean that children are idle at home. The principles of Montessori need not be confined to the classroom and students can learn wherever they are. Community service projects, family trips to historical sites, and even simple visits to the grocery store are all learning opportunities.

At The Montessori School, our teachers support the individual learning style and interests of each child. We encourage families in the area to learn more about the Montessori approach and how it supports natural curiosity, lifelong enthusiasm for learning, and self-motivation. Call our Montessori school in Allen at (972) 727-2800 or in North Dallas at (972) 985-8844 to request a tour.

When your young learner heads off to his or her Montessori school each day, he or she will soon be busy exploring, developing social skills, and growing in self-confidence. It takes a lot of energy to work on academic and other skills each day. Give your Primary School student the nutrition he or she needs to maintain focus and overall wellness.

Salads

Salads provide excellent nutrition for young learners at a Montessori school, but not all children enjoy the concept of having multiple foods mixed in together. Experiment with different formats until you find a few that your child does enjoy. Children often prefer to dip carrot sticks and broccoli florets into dip. You might also try placing a pepper strip or other long vegetable onto a large leaf of kale. Roll it up to create a fun “salad” stick for your child to dip.

Sandwiches

Sandwiches are a lunchtime staple for Primary School children, but your young learner may quickly become bored with the usual nut butter and jelly. Instead, try slicing a square of focaccia in half and spreading it with nut butter. Add a thin layer of apple slices and some thin slices of cheddar cheese, and top with the other half of the square. Young children may also enjoy rolled sandwiches. Spread hummus on a whole wheat tortilla. Add some turkey slices and baby spinach, and then roll it up and slice it into sections.

Kebabs

Kebabs are another fun way to serve nutritious foods to young children. Always use child-safe, blunt kebab sticks. Create kebabs of sliced vegetables and fruit cubes. Or, create a “cheeseburger” kebab by adding fully cooked turkey meatballs, cheese cubes, halved cherry tomatoes, pickle slices, and cubed whole grain bread. Ketchup or mustard can serve as a dipping sauce.

The Montessori School offers a stimulating Primary Curriculum for children ages three through six. Browse our website to find out more about our dynamic learning community. When you’re ready to speak with us, call our Montessori school in Allen at (972) 727-2800 or in North Dallas at (972) 985-8844.

Enrichment programs are an integral component of Montessori education. Elementary school children and learners of all ages can benefit from ongoing exposure to quality music. At a Montessori school, your child will be encouraged to grow in music literacy by participating in a variety of ways. Listening to music allows your child to develop keen auditory discrimination. Montessori school students have ongoing opportunities to embrace the joy of singing, composing their own music, and performing for others.

With these activities, children naturally build an abiding understanding of rhythm, harmony, and tonal relationships. They can take joy in the creative process and they grow in self-confidence as they perform for others.

The Montessori School offers an inspiring curriculum that includes regular enrichment opportunities such as music literacy, fine arts, and others. If you would like information about enrollment in The Montessori School in Allen, call (972) 727-2800. Contact our North Dallas location at (972) 985-8844.

One of the cornerstones of Maria Montessori’s Method is to follow or listen to the child. In other words, in a Montessori school, the teacher is not the main focus of attention. Montessori schools recognize that child-led educational initiatives are much more meaningful.

When you watch this video, you’ll see a demonstration of this principle. It features John Hunter, a teacher and the creator of the World Peace Game. He developed the World Peace Game to teach children about peace and compassion, but he came to realize that the children who participated were actually the teachers. Within the prepared environment of a Montessori school, the lessons of compassion arise organically.

The Montessori School nurtures young learners in a supportive and carefully designed environment to allow them to reach their full potential. For more information, call The Montessori School in Allen at (972) 727-2800 or in North Dallas at (972) 985-8844.

At The Montessori School, our goal is to help each child reach his or her potential by actualizing his or her own self-expectations. Our individualized Montessori school classrooms encourage students to be independent learners as they explore and thrive in our nurturing environment. From six weeks of age to sixth grade, we instill confidence, independence, and a love of learning in each child.

We believe that every child who enters our Montessori schools has an innate ability to learn and achieve. We focus on helping each child reach that potential by building a healthy attitude about learning, build his or her confidence in achievement, and providing a safe place for exploration, curiosity, and self-expression. The skills we develop in Montessori school are designed to help each student conquer their continued education with confidence.

Could The Montessori School be right for your child? Find out more about our schools in Dallas and Allen by calling (972) 727-2800. We can answer all of your questions about our curriculum, Montessori school enrollment in Dallas and Allen, and arrange a visit to one of our campuses.​