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Originally posted by Oliver_Wendell_Ramone
Anybody have any thoughts/experiences re Montessori education? I think a lot of the philosophy makes sense, especially in the 3-6 year old range. I am also impressed by the teachers I've met; very into what they do, and with regard to the younger kids, way beyond a typical preschool teacher. On the other hand, I'm not sure my 3-year old needs to be in school every day (with mom currently in stay-at-home mode). And the whole thing can seem a bit new-agey and cult-like (e.g., "the cosmic child" and the constant and reverential references to Dr. Montesorri).
Any thoughts? I think we're leaning toward giving it a try.
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If the Montessori you're looking at is in your neighborhood, I think I might have some friends who go there and love it. For us, well, Magnus is really into letters and numbers and I figured if he went to a Montessori school he would just focus on what he really loves and ignore everything else. We have him in a co-op pre-school at a local synagogue (2 mornings/week) and are thrilled that he is learning to love the craft room. Reading and arithmetic we can cover at home--I really want him to branch out, be more creative, be more social. Now if he would just be interested in going peepee in the potty . . . .
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