But at the same time, today many parents of babies prefer to study under the Montessori program both at home and in specialized kindergartens. Let's find out what the essence of this system is, and how the classes are conducted.
Development of children under the program of Maria Montessori
- So, the first thing to note is the lack of any kind of curriculum. The child is given the opportunity to choose what he wants to do - modeling or playing, reading or drawing. Moreover, children even determine whether they will do anything in the team or on their own. According to the author of the program, the famous Italian teacher M. Montessori, only such classes will teach the kids to make decisions and be responsible.
- Also need to emphasize the need for a so-called prepared environment. For example, in a kindergarten working under the Montessori program, not only the age characteristics of each child are taken into account, but also its physical characteristics, in particular, growth. All teaching aids and toys are located within reach of kids. They are allowed
move their tables and chairs, play with fragile porcelain figurines and do many other things that are prohibited in the traditional garden. So children are taught the skills of accuracy and careful attitude to things. - And another important feature of Montessori's development program is the unusual treatment of the role of adults in the development of the child. According to this technique, adults - both teachers and parents - should become children's assistants in self-development. They should always come to the rescue if necessary, but in no case do anything for the child and not impose his choice on him.