The Myths of ADHD

An interesting article on "why French kids don't have ADHD"...

Click on picture for an interesting read:

Helpful Advice...in the aftermath

“The things he sees are not just remembered; they form a part of his soul.” Montessori.

Help your children work through what they see (and hear).

(click photo for article)

Happy Spring!

Tea Cup Matching

This lovely place-setting excercise is a great Sensorial precursor to a Practical Life tea-serving activity.

 

Developmental Aims:

1. Sharpen visual discrimination of gradations of size in series
2. Develop visual discrimination of colors and patterns in sets 
3. Develop fine muscle coordination through careful manipulation of small porcelain objects
4. Develop sense of order, concentration, and independence

(Activity displayed at a PNMA Spring Sharing Fair in Seattle, WA)

No Such Thing as President's Day?

Did you know that there is no official 'Presidents' Day' holiday?

Want to know more? Click on photo for the CSM article. 

Healthy Valentine's Day!

Here's a great idea for a healthy snack on Valentine's Day. Super easy to make! Click on the heart-shaped carrots and enjoy!

(photo and recipe by www.recipebyphoto.com)

The Outdoor Classroom

Sylvia Muccillo, UMA Teacher Trainer and long-time owner/director of Peachtree City Montessori School (near Atlanta, Georgia), shares a few photos of the beautiful outdoor extension of her equally beautiful indoor classroom. Click on the photo, below, to see photos on the United Montessori Association Facebook Page.

Matching Bracelets

Here's a creative idea for the Sensorial area of the Montessori environment.

...In the classroom or home! 

Photographed (TJS) at the PNMA Spring Sharing Fair, Bellevue Montessori School, WA. 

UMA Winter Newsletter 2012

We are currentlly accepting applications for the UMA Winter Quarter. The next online class series will start on January 15th, 2013. Sign up now!

"Thank Board" Activity

Thanksgiving will soon be here! 

To help inculcate a spirit of thankfulness, here is a personalized and meaningful activity which you can create either at home or in the classroom. This can be a family or community activity, or also done individually. Click on the picture and you will be directed to the Family Education website.