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Writing Videos for Distance Learning
Our school opened on August 3 in Distance Learning. And even if we are able to go back in person, some families will opt to stay home all year. To support children’s continued learning, the teachers at my school are producing and sharing more than 1,500 instructional videos. I volunteered to produce some of the writing videos for distance learning.
I’m having so much fun doing it! I am producing Shared Writing videos for 1st graders or older children who are still emergent/reluctant readers. Then, I also produce Writing Workshop videos for 2nd graders and higher.
I made the first set of videos this week. I’m interested to … Read More
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Montessori at Home: Resources & Links
It’s no secret that I’m obsessed with the Montessori approach. How long has it been now? At least 12 years since I started the certification process? I am trained as a 1st-3rd grade Montessori guide (i.e., teacher), but I have tried to learn as much as possible about implementing Montessori at home with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Since our children are constantly changing, our environments have to change, too! There is so much more than just “baby-proofing” your home.
Here are some of the posts I have written along the way to try and document our journey!
Montessori Philosophy
- Let Children Make Mistakes
- For Infants & Toddlers: Creating an Environment
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Montessori Going Outs: Elementary Field Trips
I think Maria Montessori was brilliant! As a scientist, she observed children and noticed that children aged 6-12 had a deep desire to learn about the world around them. In order to learn about the broader world, they have to leave the confines of their classrooms and their schools. Enter the Montessori concept of Going Outs.
What are Montessori Going Outs?
Elementary-aged children “go out” in small groups as an extension of their research and to gain experiences in the world outside the classroom. As a result, children develop independence, resourcefulness, and self-confidence through functioning capably in the larger world without adult intervention.
Going Outs take all kinds of … Read More