Abstract/Notes: Includes sample songs and rhymes

Language: English

Language: English

ISSN: 1054-0040

Language: English

Language: English

Language: English

Abstract/Notes: This lecture was given at the 26th International Montessori Congress, held at Chennai, India, in January 2009 where Sadhana—Reflective Practice, Spontaneous Living—was the overall theme. Judi carefully guided the audience step by step through the stages of early child development, to conclude that Sadhana is part of our lives from birth; it is our conquest of independence, our joy of life.

Language: English

ISSN: 1877-539X

Abstract/Notes: In light of the fact that Maria Montessori had just had her two major books on the Psico approach published (Psicogeometria and Psicoaritmetica) and also completed her manuscript on a psychological approach to language (Psicogrammatica), this particular lecture on language is a powerful testimony to the psychological workings and how interest in language is sparked and developed. Montessori includes samples from very young children (1-2 years) to children of six to seven years, who traditionally were viewed as being “ready” to engage with language at an abstract level, via reading and writing. Again, in this lecture Montessori shows that it is the interest in letters, and hence writing, that precedes reading.

Language: English

ISSN: 1877-539X

Abstract/Notes: Montessori describes the child’s inner urges and his sensorial powers to go from big to minute, from large to the finest detail. Seeing the invisible, love and enthusiasm are the key words of this lecture.

Language: English

ISSN: 1877-539X

Abstract/Notes: In conclusion, Hope Leyson brings together many of the aspects that were described and highlighted in the articles selected for this particular issue of our Journal. Language, pertinent theories, and new discoveries into how the language areas in the brain function will continue to evolve. Language development provides an ine xhaustible and joy ful source of observation and learning. And in our Montessori environments language is vibrant, innovative and it encourages creativity. Ms Leyson revels in the miracle of all that human language is, signifies and brings to our world. She of fers the reader a very well-researched overview of a host of aspects connected with the phenomenon and study of human language.

Language: English

ISSN: 1877-539X

Abstract/Notes: The Montessori early childhood classroom provides a seamless web of language experiences. As Montessori teachers, they are mindful of the many ways Practical Life, Sensorial, Geography, Science, and Mathematics lessons contribute to and support Language Arts. Within the Language Arts curriculum itself, there are multiple stages of learning. The lessons targeted to the oral and auditory stage are a fundamental piece of the language curriculum and offer the perfect opportunity to introduce a variety of literary experiences that can guide the young child toward developing necessary literacy skills and a love of language. The author takes this instruction to heart as she searches for ways to provide her students with experiences in expressive and receptive language. She uses a storytelling technique she calls the Story Basket that she believes has enriched the language curriculum in her classroom. Each week, she introduces some form of fictional or nonfictional story, whether it is about the journey of Christopher Columbus or a folktale, such as "Goldilocks and the Three Bears."

Language: English

ISSN: 1054-0040