Sensitive Periods

Montessori Sensitive Periods And How To Implement Them At Home

Within Maria Montessori’s framework due to her studies with children, she has observed the occurrence of sensitive periods.

Sensitive Period For Language (Birth To 6 Years)

The sensitive period for language is from 7 months in utero up to 5.5 to 6 years of age. There are several aspects of language from spoken language, to written language and reading. This is an integral part of a child’s life to be able to use words to use words or language in order to communicate.

Sensitive Period For Movement (Birth To 4 Years)

The sensitive period for movement can be divided into different classifications. For acquisition of gross and fine motor (walking and the use of the hands) is from 0-2.5 years of age. The environment we prepare for this is the opportunities for the child to crawl,...

Sensitive Period For Numbers (From 4 To 5.5 Years)

Sensitive period for numbers - This is the time when we introduce the math curriculum is introduced in a Montessori classroom. Counting used to be a part of language and at this period they are interested in numbers as an entity and a separate type of language. More...

Sensitive Period For Language (Birth To 6 Years)

The sensitive period for language is from 7 months in utero up to 5.5 to 6 years of age. There are several aspects of language from spoken language, to written language and reading. This is an integral part of a child’s life to be able to use words to use words or language in order to communicate.

Sensitive Period For Weaning (5 To 6 Months)

Sensitive period for weaning - If the introduction of solids is done at this age the interest is captured and can later on prevent problems with feeding. Children are best breast fed until at least a year and supplemented with solids. At times by 10-12 months the...

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