C.O.R.E. closes that gap by offering a guided approach to Montessori classroom observation. The C.O.R.E. acronym emphasizes the central role of observation in the Montessori Method. The C.O.R.E. acronym further defines observation as a process of inquiry and discovery. Observation, in other words, involves more than watching and recording. Instead, there are four C.O.R.E. process elements; connect, observe, reflect, enable. Montessori however, did not provide detailed instructions. The Montessori C.O.R.E. fills that void and offers a systematic approach to daily classroom observation. This is an all-day workshop.
Administration Patty Sobleman Moving Up Made Easier - For Parents Have you ever had a child successfully transition from your Toddler Community to your Primary Community or from Primary to Elementary only to discover their parents did not? It is so very important not to leave their parents behind. A new community means not only new friends, new teachers, and new materials for the children but for their parents as well. Ready-to-use handouts and resources help to make this exciting time seamless, really! 37.
Primary/Lower Elementary Ann Epstein Literacy Alive! Research-Based Recommendations for Your Primary & Lower Elementary Language Lessons Despite decades of study, research has not determined “the best way” to teach young children to read. Research has found five essential elements for reading success. Children need opportunities to develop oral language, phonemic awareness, phonic understanding, comprehension, and fluency. How do our Montessori lessons stand up to these five components? Participants will engage in several language-based line time activities that build the foundation for reading comprehension. We will also investigate how appropriate use of sand paper letters and the movable alphabet assist children in developing both phonemic awareness and an understanding of phonics. (Yes, these are different and the difference is critical!) Finally, we will study an alternative alphabet (Confusabet ©) to appreciate the challenge of learning to read. Several activities in this session are appropriate for both staff development and parent education.
38. Primary Kitty Bravo with Lorna McGrath Early Childhood Language Arts Review - Pt 1 The best of Montessori classrooms offer language-rich environments that bring the spoken and written words alive in every area of the classroom. It is more than card material and objects for teaching phonetics. A good Early Childhood Language program provides a foundation that will enable children to develop strong communication skills that will last a lifetime. This EC Language Review will help teachers better understand the natural progression of the language curriculum including, early language concept development, enrichment of the vocabulary work, the sequence for supporting the development of handwriting, moveable alphabet both as a means of expressing ideas and for supporting phonemic awareness, activities for early and advanced readers, as well as the ‘Function of Word’ grammar lessons and a focus on how to enhance language throughout the classroom. 35.
Note: This series of workshops is for certified and experienced Montessori Early Childhood Professionals. Come revisit the basics and explore and share new ideas. This is a series of workshops that build a community over the course of the two days. While we do not require you to attend all sessions please understand that the instructors will not stop to review something for new participants so plan your attendance accordingly. General Cate Crombie How Communication Nurtures Community In studying factors affecting our ability to resolve conflict, Marshall Rosenberg, creator of Nonviolent Communication (NVC), was struck by the crucial role that language plays. NVC Certified Trainer, Cate Crombie, guides us to reframe how we hear others. Instead of habitual reactions, our words become conscious chosen responses based firmly in the present moment.
Primary/Lower Elementary Sharon Duncan The Wonderful World of Biomes - Pt 1 This workshop will focus on an introduction to the Biome curriculum by exploring the energy from the sun, the soil, the water, the air, the plants, and the animals. A focus will be on integrating new environmental education lessons with existing Montessori curriculum for primary and elementary. Workshop includes demonstrations of activities to actively engage children. 39.
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Elementary Maren Schmidt Creating Great Spellers in Your Elementary Classroom - Pt 1 Maren Schmidt will give you a comprehensive spelling program for ages six to fifteen. Once you begin using this series of 400 dictation words, spelling will have a life of its own in your classroom. You'll walk away from this workshop ready to go with an easy to do spelling lessons on Monday morning. 40.
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