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My Child Does the Moveable Alphabet? What is that?

admin — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:08:00 +0000

Phonemic awareness is an important process in learning to read and spell. Phonemic awareness enables children to hear, identify, and manipulate small units of sound that can differentiate meaning. For example, separating the spoken word “cat” into three distinct sounds requires phonemic awareness. National studies have found phonemic awareness improves children’s word reading and reading comprehension, as well as helping children to spell. It is the basis for learning phonics. In a Montessori classroom, children learn the phonetic sounds of the letters before they learn the alphabetical names in a sequence. Though they may come to school already knowing the names of the letters, the sounds of the letters lay a vital foundation. The phonetic sounds are given first because these are the sounds they hear in words that they need to be able to read. The children first become aware of these phonetic sounds when the teacher introduces the consonants with the Sandpaper Letters. The individual presentation of language materials in a Montessori classroom allows the teacher to take advantage of each child’s greatest periods of interest. Language instruction is an ongoing process. The children are presented with work over and over until the brain makes the “connection”. Your child also hears sound lessons being given to others throughout their day. As we know, the child’s brain at this age is an incredible organ. Your child is hearing other lessons and observing the work of others even as they walk through the classroom or as they are engaged in another work. Amazing, isn’t it?! I am always in awe of a child’s mind!

Writing, or the construction of words with the moveable alphabet letters, nearly always precedes reading in a Montessori environment. Gradually the children learn the irregular words, sight words, words with two and three syllables, phonograms, and silent e words by using various moveable alphabets that highlight the lessons being given. The Montessori Method lays a strong foundation in the use of phonemic awareness, phonetics and decoding. Every child works at their own pace. Your child is given innumerable learning opportunities that stretch and challenge their mind in the Montessori classroom. Remember, all children learn at their own rate. The teacher’s motto is “present…present…present”! The beautiful and oh-so-absorbent mind of the child will definitely “explode” into reading when the child is ready! The guidance of the teacher, as well as the support of the Montessori materials and language activities, make the road to reading fun and inviting for your child!

Busy Busy Days

admin — Tue, 07 May 2013 23:05:27 +0000

The Montessori method strives to arouse the child’s interest; to stimulate, and to provide an individualized learning atmosphere. This is the “Prepared Environment” which invites a child to get herself involved and puts her mind in gear. To catch the excitement inherent in discovery, and to know deep down that she did it herself because she felt the need to understand and to conquer a problem, is worth far more to a child’s self-image and development than to respond to never-ending teacher direction.

The Montessori approach is an organic method – one that lays a solid and “hand’s-on” foundation that the child can internalize thoroughly. It is on this type of solid foundation that academic and developmental success is fostered. The Montessori method allows the child to unfold naturally, with their teacher acting as their guide, presenting materials to them consistently until the “spark” of true understanding lights within them.

Our 24th Annual Operetta!

admin — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:26:42 +0000

THE LITTLE RED HEN!

On Saturday, April 20th, Adobe Montessori’s students enjoyed putting on
“The Little Red Hen” Operetta!

We performed it at Dobson High School. It was a wonderful experience!

This was AMS’ 24th year to stage our annual operetta!

It is great fun and our families look forward to it every year! Mrs. Coleman, Mrs. Hart, and Mrs. Galbraith’s students join together and work on the play. The younger children are our “villagers” and provide the choir. Our older students become the cast members. The narration is always read by one of our students. The songs are fun and the script is well-written for preschool to kindergarten-age children. The students are awesome!!! All in all it is a wonderful experience for everyone!

Adobe’s Outdoor Environment FUN

admin — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 23:45:54 +0000

The Outdoor Environment is a special time during the day that children may choose to attend. It is an outdoor extension of Practical Life, Science, and Nature Studies. Children LOVE working outdoors and enjoying nature as
they work.

Our students explore nature, water plants, clean pots and fences and tables and more! Water work, flour sifting, dough work, bubbles, clothes washing, sweeping, lots of multi-media art experiences, sensory activities, excavating dinosaurs, grinding spices, making bird food, bird watching, and writing in nature journals gives you a sneak peek of what our students enjoy in Adobe Montessori’s Outdoor Environment!

Here are a few pictures to peek in on our busy children!

Valentine Day Celebration!

admin — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:52:14 +0000

EVERYONE HAD SO MUCH FUN at ADOBE’S VALENTINE EXCHANGE!

Carter’s Family Mobile Petting Zoo visited the school and brought

pygmy goats, baby pigs, a baby cow, ducks, chickens, and an alpaca

for the children to pet and brush!

We had a wonderful Valentine Exchange,

a special Music Class with Mrs. Pearce,

and playground time & valentine snack with our friends and parents!

A Wonderful Time was had by ALL!

Happy President’s Day!

admin — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 21:48:17 +0000

~ REMINDER ~

SCHOOL CLOSED FOR PRESIDENT’S DAY

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18th

CLASSES RESUME ON

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19th

Have and Safe & Happy Holiday!

Parent-Teacher Conferences at AMS on February 14 & 15

admin — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:56:28 +0000

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14 & FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15

Circle your calendar for the date and time of your conference!

Mrs. Coleman, Mrs. Hart, Mrs. Galbraith, and Mrs. Hawley

are looking forward to visiting with you!

Reminder ~ NO CLASSES on Conferences Days!

“The Power of Positive Parenting” Education Night Tonight!

admin — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 21:12:50 +0000

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7 at 6:30PM

The POWER of POSITIVE PARENTING

Enjoy an Evening of Wonderful Discussion

* Building Self-Esteem

*Family Expectations

*Eliminating Tantrums

*When is Time-Out Truly Effective?

PARENTHOOD IS A PRIVILEGE.

Who knew that we as parents had more to LEARN AND REFINE

than possibly our children do?

Love your children UNCONDITIONALLY.

Enjoy EVERY minute.

Our children are our greatest TREASURES.

We Look Forward to Seeing YOU Tonite!