We have previously explored developing vocabulary now we move on to background knowledge. Why are we exploring all these activities? The root is to help develop language comprehension at a high level. This is an important skill if you aim to ensure that your young readers understand what they read. The more background knowledge a … More Best Practices When Developing a Child’s Background Knowledge
When I think of education, the education of children between the ages of 0 -18 specifically, I always think of ‘an aid to life’ or at the very least ‘a preparation for life.’ This is what our ancient ones did, our ancestors all over the world, way before the industrial revolution that gave birth to … More What is Education? A brief exploration.
Considering the present situation in Nigeria, democracy can be dicey and frustrating for a lot of people. Then I remember an experience that will stay with me for a very long time, and I just marvel at what could be achieved if we did things right. Let me start at the beginning… I am observing … More Montessori Moments 2
I will be sharing some observations that captured my attention in the last few weeks. Montessori is not an old educational system, it is alive, and it works I am in Spain observing a Montessori 6-9 class in session. It is wonderful to behold. A large spacious classsroom with just one Medium sized board. All … More Montessori Moments
On January 6th 1907, just over 116 years ago, Dr Maria Montessori opened the doors of her first school. She said and predicted: “I was inflamed and said that this work we were undertaking would prove to be very important and that someday people would come from all over the world to see it.” Boy … More Maria Montessori predicted
On new year’s day, the very first day of 2023, I received a call. It was from a number I did not recognise. I usually do not pick up calls from foreign numbers unless I am expecting a contact already. Anyway on the first of January , I was a bit distracted. Goodness! What I … More Helping our children navigating the internet
I come in peace but I have to mention this. Why is it that we want monetary benefits before giving any value? Why would you ignore all the benefits of an apprenticeship and insist on a fat salary? An apprenticeship or internship is not a full-time job appointment! It simply means you learn on the … More I come in peace
Discipline is a major issue in our homes, schools, and society. The problem is manyfold but starts with a misunderstanding of what discipline really is. The role of the adult in a child’s life is to prepare him for life. Discipline is at the core of this preparation. There are extreme views about how to … More The Discipline Problem 1
The Long vacation is now upon us, and Summer School is about to start. Are you ready to keep your child engaged for the next two months? What about Summer School teachers? Are we running the same 2 x 2, 4 sessions? Or will this year’s content be much different? Here is a little something … More Suggestions for Summer School activities
I have always thought that our Education sector needs a revamping. More so our Montessori schools. Some of us are lucky to have Heads of School who know that Montessori is much more than using Phonics to teach reading skills. There are also School owners who are prepared to spend good money on Montessori materials. … More The Montesdori School Academy
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