a child sorting objects by size, enhancing cognitive and motor development
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THE BIG MOVE: TRANSITIONING FROM A MONTESSORI TO A TRADITIONAL SCHOOL

It’s that time of year again. The time where the Target shelves are stocked with notebooks and markers and you begin to wonder how the summer flew by so quickly. For many parents, this change doesn’t mean a big difference in daily routines,…
students independently choosing activities in a Montessori classroom
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MONTESSORI LUNCH TIME

When your kiddos are at home, lunch can take a variety of forms. From picnics outside to eating at the kitchen table or in the living room, lunch is a great opportunity for our children to begin winding down before an afternoon nap. Often times…
a child practicing fine motor skills through bead stringing activities
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TURNING A NEW LEAF: 1ST DAY AT A NEW SCHOOL

RELATIONSHIP BUILDING FOR THE NEW CHILDREN AT SCHOOL As adults, we sometimes forget how difficult it is for a child to go to a new school. They have to go by themselves to a new school, a new classroom, and to have to try to form a whole new…
students exploring the world with Montessori geography materials

SKILLS & UNDERSTANDING: BY AGE 6

EXAMPLES OF WHAT OUR TYPICAL 6-YEAR-OLD CAN DO AFTER 3 YEARS AT PVMA (I.E., AT THE END OF KINDERGARTEN) Social, motor & practical life skills  Has acquired strong social skills – can interact gracefully with other children and…