Our classroom has been very active with birthday celebrations lately, and my calendar tells me we are quickly moving toward the gift-giving season of the year. I am frequently asked about appropriate gifts for children of the elementary age, particularly gifts that are attuned with Montessori. What is right for each child varies with age and temperament but remembering a few guidelines can be helpful. Elementary children: 1. want to and need to move their bodies. Gifts that

Respect for the child is one of the basic principles of the Montessori Method. Maria Montessori strongly believed that children should be treated with respect. Respecting a child helps develop trust, strengthen relationships, and build self-confidence. Here at OakHaven, we strive to demonstrate this in many ways. Every detail of every lesson is carefully designed for the child and his needs. Each word spoken to a child is carefully and respectfully chosen. Every aspect of the