Teaching Materials That Kindle Ideas and Excitement

The teaching materials at Maria Reed Montessori Pre-school are interesting to look at and touch. Each has a specific purpose and place so that children are able to teach themselves. Practical life exercises simulate a child's need to repeat motion, imitate adults, and develop fine motor control. The goal of these excercises is for the children to learn to care for their environment as a family and community member.

Sensorial materials are designed to help children discriminate differences in sound, color texture, taste, size, weight, and temperature. To develop their intelligence for more abstract learning later on. Academic materials develop basic mathematics and reading skills. The children are also introduced to elementary geometry, geography, science, and nature. Creative materials offer a variety of art and musical experiences to help the children develop on awareness that will lead to life-long enjoyment and appreciation.