The Munari Mobile is the first in the series of Montessori visual mobiles introduced to infants from birth to about 6 weeks old. Named after Bruno Munari, an Italian artist and designer who contributed to its design, the Munari Mobile features high-contrast black and white geometric shapes and patterns, along with a transparent sphere that … Read more
The Rainbow Mobile, while not always listed among the traditional sequence of Montessori mobiles, is a popular addition that offers visual stimulation and color recognition opportunities for infants. It typically features elements in a spectrum of colors, arranged to resemble a rainbow, and can include shapes like spheres, ribbons, or felt pieces, each representing different … Read more
The Octahedron Mobile is introduced to infants around 6 to 8 weeks old as part of the Montessori mobile series, following the Munari Mobile. It consists of three octahedrons made of reflective paper or foil in primary colors – typically red, blue, and yellow – suspended from a frame at different heights. The geometric shapes … Read more
The Dancers Mobile is a Montessori visual mobile designed for infants around 3 months old or when they show signs of losing interest in the Octahedron mobile. It features lightweight figures made of holographic paper or a similarly reflective material, which catch and reflect the light as they move. These figures, often shaped to resemble … Read more
The Gobbi Mobile is one of the Montessori mobiles designed for infants around 6 to 16 weeks old, focusing on visual development and depth perception. It consists of five spheres, usually made of yarn or another textured material, each in a different shade of the same color, ranging from light to dark. The spheres are … Read more
Holistic education is an approach that seeks to address the full development of a child, encompassing not only intellectual growth but also emotional, social, physical, and spiritual dimensions. In the context of Montessori education, holistic development is a core principle, with the belief that education should foster not just academic competencies but also cultivate a … Read more
Positive Discipline is an approach to teaching and discipline that focuses on building respectful relationships, encouraging responsible behavior, and fostering mutual respect between teachers and students. In Montessori education, positive discipline is integral to creating a supportive, nurturing learning environment where children feel valued and empowered to make positive choices. Rather than relying on punishment … Read more
The concept of “Part of Speech” refers to the categories into which words are divided based on their function within a sentence. Understanding parts of speech is fundamental to grasping the structure and mechanics of language, enabling effective communication and deeper comprehension of written and spoken text. In Montessori education, the introduction and exploration of … Read more
The term “Psychic Embryo” is a metaphor used by Dr. Maria Montessori to describe the developmental stage of a child’s life from birth to around six years old, emphasizing the immense potential for learning and growth during this period. Montessori believed that just as the physical embryo develops in the womb, the child, once born, … Read more