December is a month of celebrations and cultural significance all over the world, making it a great month for your Montessori preschool to teach children in many different ways. The season opens the door for students to learn about the holidays while absorbing skills and knowledge in fundamental areas of Montessori education. Practical Life
Colors and symbols associated with December are tailor-made for the sorting, transferring, and pouring shelves of a Montessori preschool. This helps children learn about the objects and ideas that represent the different holidays while working on fine motor skills and practicing academic studies. Cultural Diversity Because December is culturally significant worldwide, Montessori preschool children are able to discover how different regions identify with and celebrate the holidays. From Christmas and Sinterklaas to Hannukah and the winter solstice, the end of the year abounds with opportunities for cultural discovery. Language Circle time during the holidays is great for singing songs and telling stories related to the holidays, especially when they incorporate the basic tenets of Montessori such as gratitude and cultural diversity. Even the different holidays celebrated around the world are an opportunity to learn about language and the meaning of the words surrounding the season. Math Counting, sorting and group objects associated with different holiday celebrations are an easy way to combine basic math concepts with learning about the December holidays. Activities in the classroom might include things like making button trees, sorting seasonal colors, and counting down to the end of the year. Art Art in the Montessori preschool takes on a more seasonal approach at this time of year. Children will learn the colors associated with the December holidays as they create personalized art representing the rituals and cultural aspects of the holidays. Your Montessori preschool uses a holistic approach to education which focuses on all aspects of learning. By incorporating all of the key elements of Montessori education into activities and discoveries related to the December holidays, children gain a well-rounded view of the meanings behind the celebrations while learning about languages, cultures and academic basics like math, music, and language. Comments are closed.
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