![Concentration (Montessori)]( "Concentration (Montessori)")
by MontessoriX | 1 Aug 2023 | Glossary
In Montessori education, Concentration refers to the child’s ability to focus attention on a task for an extended period, which Maria Montessori believed is crucial for learning and mastery.[1] Inspired by the work of American psychologist William...
![Classification (Montessori)]( "Classification (Montessori)")
by MontessoriX | 1 Aug 2023 | Glossary
In Montessori education, Classification refers to the process of sorting or grouping items according to shared characteristics.[1] Engaging in classification activities is deemed crucial for the construction of the intellect in young children. The...
![Erdkinder (Montessori)]( "Erdkinder (Montessori)")
by MontessoriX | 1 Aug 2023 | Glossary
Erdkinder, a German term that translates to “Children of the Earth,” is a concept developed by Maria Montessori which refers to her vision of an ideal adolescent educational environment[1]. This model, often described as a “farm school,” posits...
![Casa dei Bambini (Montessori)]( "Casa dei Bambini (Montessori)")
by MontessoriX | 1 Aug 2023 | Glossary
The Children’s House (Casa dei Bambini in Italian, often also referred to as Kinderhaus in German) is a term used in Montessori education to refer to a prepared environment for children aged three to six years.[1] This space is...
![Analysis of Movement (Montessori)]( "Analysis of Movement (Montessori)")
by MontessoriX | 1 Aug 2023 | Glossary
The Analysis of Movement is a technique employed in Montessori education, in which complex tasks are broken down into their component parts for teaching.[1] By demonstrating each movement slowly and precisely, educators can enhance the child’s...
