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Category Archives: math
Kites in Geometry
Students in Geometry classes have been putting their mathematical skills to practical use, designing kites for this windy, spring weather! Each student came up with a different design and took class time to execute their plan.
Posted in High School, intermediate unit, math, McGuffey, Middle School, Montessori method, sensorial, Uncategorized, upper unit
Celebration of Learning
The Upper Unit students were proud to welcome their families to this year’s Celebration of Learning. They cleaned the whole classroom, arranged flowers, decorated the board, and created work plans so that their families could sample their Upper Unit work. … Continue reading
Upper Elementary Mathematics
The Upper Elementary students are busy using Montessori materials to learn mathematical skills. The multi-colored manipulatives help them grow in understanding as they move from concrete representations to more abstract concepts. These materials, familiar from their experience in Lower Elementary, … Continue reading
Posted in intermediate unit, math, McGuffey, Montessori method, sensorial, Uncategorized, Upper Elementary, upper unit
Fun with Geogegbra
The Middle School math students began using Geogebra today. Geogebra is an online tool that uses geometry, algebra, graphing, and more to help increase mathematical literacy by presenting these concepts in an engaging, visual manner. Kadriye Walsh, our new Middle School math instructor, … Continue reading
Posted in math, McGuffey, Middle School, technology
Working on Mathematics Skills in Upper Elementary
Our Upper Elementary students have been honing their Mathematics skills in a variety of ways, including challenging word problems that target specific critical thinking skills, iPad apps for memorization of Math facts, and self-guided workbooks. Montessori manipulatives also provide variety and excitement. This … Continue reading
Posted in math, Montessori method, Upper Elementary
Playing Math Games in Upper Elementary
Math is fun! That’s what Upper Elementary students are learning as they work on their Mathematics skills using several games. These games work on drilling skills like multiplication and division while making the experience more enjoyable for the students. Ask … Continue reading
Posted in math, Upper Elementary, upper unit
Practical Applications for Math
“When will we ever use this?” is a question that all Math teachers often hear. Our Grade 7 Pre-Algebra students have been learning about ratios, proportions, and similar figures. They put their knowledge into practice by using “indirect measurement” to find the height … Continue reading
Posted in math, Middle School, outside
A Glimpse into Lower Elementary’s Work Period
Students in Lower Elementary have been delving deeper into the Albanesi Mathematics Curriculum over the past week, as well as continuing their work with Ingrid on growing their own succulent plants. We’ve also been working hard on time management skills, … Continue reading
Posted in Lower Elementary, math, outside, practical life
Getting Into the Swing of Things in Lower Elementary
Now that we’re on our fourth week of the school year, students in Lower Elementary (both new and returning) have begun working with some of the traditional Montessori materials that they will be revisiting throughout their entire time in our … Continue reading
Posted in Lower Elementary, math, Montessori method, social studies
Montessori Mathematics in Upper Elementary
“Great creations come from the mathematical mind, so we must always consider all that is mathematical as a means of mental development. It is certain that mathematics organises the abstract path of the mind, so we must offer it at … Continue reading
Posted in math, Montessori method, Upper Elementary