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Water and the Montessori Toddler

January 10, 2019

Water is always of high interest in the Montessori Toddler Classroom. A toddler who is learning to wash their hands, how to pour water from a pitcher, or free playing with a variety of tools is also discovering comfort, excitement and ultimately, independence. While it may seem messy at times, the exploration of water is work […]

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Primary: The Creation of The Writer

December 6, 2018

The hand, guided by the intelligence, does a sort of work, carrying out the psychic will.  It is as though the child, who previously has received the world through his intelligence, now takes it in his hands. – Maria Montessori From the moment a child enters the Primary environment, they are preparing their hand to […]

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Upper Elementary: NYC Prep

November 29, 2018

Upper Elementary entered the classroom this week invigorated by the Thanksgiving break, and ready to embark on new challenges!  Our Sixth years are diving into the next big phase: the New York City Capstone Trip. Students have selected their area of research and are beginning to construct their presentations by organizing their research information for […]

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