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Peer reviewedEpstein, Ann; Schonfeld, Jillian – Montessori Life, 1995
Examines early literacy practices in the Montessori classroom. Suggests that there is a need for more integration across the domains of reading and writing. Proposes that the think, write, share, revise, publish, and final-share process in written story creation can provide children with meaningful literacy opportunities as they relate to the…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Cooperative Learning, Creative Writing, Curriculum Design
Peer reviewedGordon, Cam – Montessori Life, 1995
Examines grammar instruction as part of Montessori's language curriculum. Suggests that teaching grammar remains, without reason, a significant part of the curriculum. Grammar instruction offers children information about language, but that is not teaching language arts. Proposes the five language arts of listening, speaking, writing, reading, and…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Course Objectives, Creative Activities
Peer reviewedVan Groenou, Meher – Montessori Life, 1995
Examines the role of storytelling as a medium for promoting language development and cognitive growth in a preschool setting. Gives a rationale for including interactive storytelling in language curriculum and suggestions for its effective use. Underlines that story presentation helps children experience the world as a whole, makes lessons…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Creative Activities, Cultural Pluralism
Peer reviewedMcKenzie, Ginger Kelley – Montessori Life, 1995
Proposes ways to create a language curriculum based on children's "sensitive periods" as described by Montessori. Suggests that ages 6 through 12 are a sensitive period for using imagination. Creative expression should be an integral part of the entire curriculum, and creative expression can be stimulated through many sources of writing…
Descriptors: Art Expression, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Course Objectives
