The early years of a child’s life are filled with extraordinary growth and discovery. During this time, children move through unique developmental phases known as sensitive periods - windows of time when they are especially eager and biologically prepared to learn...
Blog
Second Plane of Development – Foundation of 4Life Elementary Montessori
In the previous article, we understood that: The first six years of life lay down the foundation for all future development of human beings. During these years, children experience extraordinary development in all facets of their lives. Their physical development is...
The First Plane of Development – Foundation of Montessori Kindergarten
Understanding the first plane of human development is a prerequisite for Montessori Kindergarten education for teachers, administrators, and parents alike. Let's closely examine Montessori's perspective on this crucial stage of every individual's life with 4Life...
“Four Planes of Development” in Montessori theory
"Human development does not occur in a steady, linear ascent but in a series of formative planes" is one of three essences of Montessori's ideas in her last three years of life to look back upon her life’s work. Let's explore the concept of Dr Montessori with 4Life...
The Montessori Environment for the Child
In the 20th century, new scientific approaches said children were unhappy and suffering in school. Some efforts were made to improve education, like open-air schools and reducing harsh punishments, but the root issues were not really fully addressed. It questions...
Three misunderstood terms: Learning, Education, and School
If you’re a parent of school-age children, your aim is to help your children get the education they need to live productive, fulfilled lives. There are three terms you need to clearly distinguish to help shape the right education for your children: learning,...