There are many techniques for the early development of babies. One of the most popular is the Montessori system. This unique technique was developed by Maria Montessori, an Italian teacher, back in the middle of the 19th century. The main difference of this pedagogical system is that it puts the personality of the child in the first place, and not a set of teaching techniques and exercises. In the process of learning, the kid has the right to choose all the didactic material himself, to determine the nature and time of classes.
What is the essence of the technique?
Teaching according to the Montessori method contributes to the development of self-service skills, has a positive effect on the development of fine motor skills of the hands, improves coordination of movements, and contributes to the gradual formation of logical thinking and correct color perception in a child. Regular exercise has a positive effect on hearing, vision, sensory perception of the world, and baby's sense of smell. The Montessori technique contributes to the development of primary mathematical concepts, concepts of geometric shapes, enriches passive and active vocabulary, prepares the child's hand for writing.
Children from one to three years old
Classes for babies from one to three years old are held together with their mother. This allows children to feel comfortable in unfamiliar surroundings, helps them to develop phrasal speech more actively and instills certain social skills. The session always starts with a special greeting to create a positive mood for group work. After that, special exercises are performed to improve coordination of movements and finger games. During the lesson, children and their parents create crafts from various materials, mold from plasticine (salt dough), draw pictures, and make applications.
Children from three years of age and older
Activities for older children are a good addition to the activities of the kindergarten program. They allow you to expand the child's knowledge about the objects of the surrounding world and learn new things. Montessori study is an organized space that includes a variety of teaching materials and manuals. Group Montessori lessons provide for the interaction of children of different age categories. So a child can realize himself not only in the role of a student, but also become an educator and mentor for younger children. This system fosters tolerance and flexibility in children in communicating with others.
