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Category: Montessori Education

Learn more about the benefits of a Montessori education for ages 3-6.

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Observation Guidelines in a Montessori Environment

November 20, 2023Jamie Campbell

Source: The information contained in this article was adapted from Primary Observation Guidelines – One World Montessori  How to Observe in a Montessori Environment  Please turn all smartphones or watches to “do not disturb” and safely tuck them away for the duration of the observation.  When you enter the classroom, please be seated. Children may…

Helpful Articles for Parents of a Montessori Student(s)

November 17, 2023Jamie Campbell

The following articles are ones that the WPMS staff have found to be useful materials for our parents. The Importance of Arriving at School On-Time The Importance of Getting to School on Time (and Resources to Help Make it Happen)  10 Things Your Montessori Guide Hopes You Remember Let Me Help Peaceful Toileting

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Five Questions to Ask on a Preschool Tour

January 8, 2018Jamie Campbellpreschool, touring

At Western Pennsylvania Montessori School, we take pride in building young students into life-long learners. Our school welcomes children from 20 months old through kindergarten. This is such an exciting time in your child’s life as they are growing and learning something new each day. Selecting just the right school for your child may seem…

Peace Rose

November 21, 2017Jamie Campbell

At WPMS, we use The Peace Rose technique to help children problem-solve. We encourage you to read by clicking the following link and hopefully, you will find that this is something that you can implement in your home. The Peace Rose in the Classroom and at Home Written by Nancy Johnson-WPMS Teacher

Play dough Recipe

April 2, 2016Jamie Campbell

The toddlers had fun making homemade playdough in their class this week! Here are some pictures and the recipe in case any of you would like make it at home. Have fun!   Jamie Campbell Head of School Western PA Montessori School 2379 Wyland Ave Allison Park, PA 15101   play dough recipe .jpg  …

Did you know? The Uninterrupted Work Period Fosters Deep Concentration

November 24, 2015Jamie Campbellchild-focused education

Through observation and experimentation, Montessori discovered the importance of a two-and-a-half to three-hour uninterrupted work period. The last hour of a lengthy work period is usually when children are most likely to choose challenging work and concentrate deeply. Children in Montessori classrooms become absorbed in their work because they have the freedom to choose activities…

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Motivate Your Young Reader

October 19, 2013admin

Families play an enormous role in turning children into lifelong readers. But how can you keep kids excited about books? Get started with a few of these tips to motivate your young reader today.

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Monthly Science Units for 2014-2015

September 28, 2013adminmonthly science units, science units

Looking for the monthly science units of study for the 2013-2014? Here’s a quick glance at what the students will study this school year.

Two Great Benefits of Montessori Education

September 17, 2013adminbenefits of montessori, Montessori, montessori education, WPMS

Everybody knows that Montessori is a great way to educate children, but not everyone may understand the benefits in detail. Learn more.

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