Diana ODG

Montessori Curriculum: NAMC US History Manual Review

Montessori teachers often find themselves required to teach subjects that are not part of the traditional Montessori curriculum. Other times, student interest drives Montessori teachers into a frenzy of research and preparation of new learning materials. I recently received my copy of the NAMC US History manual, and as with their other manuals was once again Montessori Curriculum: NAMC US History Manual Review

Planning and Celebrating a Montessori Harvest Festival: Activities and Organization

Halloween is a holiday that many Montessori schools and families struggle with. While children love dressing in costumes and trick-or-treating, Montessori adults worry about scary costumes and overloading on sugar-laden candy and treats. As a child, I looked forward to Halloween almost as much as Christmas. As a parent and teacher, I strive to make Planning and Celebrating a Montessori Harvest Festival: Activities and Organization

Three Before Me and Correctly Interrupting: Serenity in the Montessori Classroom

After I completed my Montessori training, I was filled with wonder and excitement. I was eager to have my own Montessori classroom filled with normalized children who chose their own work, begged for more lessons, worked quietly and respectfully, joyfully cleaned up after themselves, and didn’t interrupt. Now I’m not saying that didn’t happen, but it probably wasn’t to the extent Three Before Me and Correctly Interrupting: Serenity in the Montessori Classroom

What I've Learned from Montessori – A Real Teacher's Perspective

One of the greatest gifts I’ve received is my Montessori training. When I look at Montessori education, it’s not always about what I, the teacher, bring to the classroom. Many times, it’s what I take away from my Montessori classroom and students. My family is in transition right now – my son has entered public middle school. What I've Learned from Montessori – A Real Teacher's Perspective