I want my child to attend preschool so that she will learn to better interact with other children. How does a Montessori classroom foster social development?
There are many opportunities for the children to socialize within the Montessori classroom. First, the children participate in a group time at the beginning of the day. During this time, they are sharing their ideas, listening to other children and the directress, and learning about new activities in the classroom for that day. During the independent work cycle, the children are free to eat snack with friends, sit at a table with a friend and complete different activities, or play a game or build a puzzle with a friend as a work choice. Additionally, there is an ending group time, as well as outdoor play time and movement games. A Montessori classroom is a busy classroom, with children working both independently and together on different projects and activities. The busy hum of the children’s voices and laughter are a sure sign of an engaged and active Montessori classroom.
