Course Description
Children are naturally curious and have an innate ability to grasp scientific concepts fairly quickly. It is a subject that lends itself to a multi-sensory approach and tons of hands-on, kinesthetic activities.
Similar to the rest of the Montessori Online primary curriculum, this introduction to homeschool science piques a child’s interest with simple hands-on projects and keeps learning science active and fun. It sets the stage for a solid foundation of a love of science for years to come.
It’s no surprise to most parents that young children thrive with hands-on, movement based learning that stimulates all of the senses. That’s just one reason why Montessori homeschooling curriculum allows you to quit the overwhelm, embark on a joyful journey with Montessori at home, easily create a Montessori way of learning and set the stage for a lifetime of success.
How Montessori Science Compares To Public School Standards
Montessori materials teach through hands-on methods to help children learn at their own pace.
While public schools push rigid concepts and steps every child must follow in the exact order and at the same pace the schools outline, Montessori subjects is about self-directed, self-paced and multi-sensory learning.
It fosters a love of learning and marks advancement based on the development of a child as a whole.
Montessori students universally perform above grade level in Science. Perhaps this is because children learn using attractive materials that invite repetition and investigation.
Learning Science With The Montessori Method
Teaching science can begin with something as simple as nature walks – introducing a young child to plants and animals in the environment around them. They can collect leaves and practice drawing and writing the names of their shapes. With homeschool science curriculum, kids also study the life cycle of animals and insects. You’ll be surprised just how easy it is to teach science to children who are already naturally curious!
Then, as the primary child moves closer to their elementary years, their love of science only grows as they learn to analyze data and are further introduced to more specific science concepts in areas such as earth science, botany, zoology, and physical science.
Please note: Unlike the other subjects included in Montessori OnlineMontessori primary curriculum, you will need to purchase a handful of science supplies to use alongside the curriculum (examples include: a magnifying glass, a prism, and a pair of binoculars).
Key Concepts
- Montessori Scope & Sequence
- Fun & Engaging Lessons
- Progressive & Measurable Outcomes
- Printable Manipulatives
