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Free Montessori Curriculum PDF Download {Ages 3-6}

Tanya — Thu, 28 May 2026 09:15:00 +0000

After 15+ years of using the Montessori method of teaching, I can tell you that you can use it straight-forward or you can definitely make adaptations to make it work for you. If you are doing Montessori at home, this free Montessori curriculum download will be a God-send!

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Montessori Preschool Curriculum PDF

Tanya — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 14:41:00 +0000

A Montessori Preschool Curriculum PDF could be just what you need! With a printable Montessori curriculum at your fingertips, you can nurture your child’s love for learning!

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The Importance of Montessori Sensitive Periods

Tanya — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 10:37:00 +0000

Here is a very important topic in the method: Montessori Sensitive Periods. I would dare to even call it a pillar of the philosophy.

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The Importance of a Montessori Curriculum PDF for Early Childhood Education

Tanya — Tue, 21 May 2024 21:05:41 +0000

Let's explore 3 main reasons why having a dedicated Montessori curriculum is essential. Access valuable resources of Montessori curriculum PDF files.

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Discovering the Magnificence of the Montessori Environment

Tanya — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:02:19 +0000

Aesthetics in Montessori environment serve several purposes beyond just aesthetics. They play a key role in establishing an atmosphere that satisfies the senses, aids in the development of order in young brains, and organically fosters a love of beauty.

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Why a Good Montessori Lesson Plan PDF is Essential

Tanya — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 17:42:49 +0000

Montessori lesson plan PDFs are an essential part of any successful Montessori classroom.

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Detailed Montessori Curriculum PDF list for you

Tanya — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 22:37:44 +0000

With our detailed Montessori curriculum PDF list, you will have everything that you need in order to give great Montessori lesson presentations.

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Why you should attend The Montessori Way Foundations Workshop

Tanya — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 16:54:00 +0000

The Montessori Way Foundations Workshop is a free 5-day workshop that I host a few times a year. You don’t want to miss it! Trust me. It will be worth your time. Whether you are close to one or not, use the link below to be added to the list of those interested. That way,Continue Reading

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Learn More about The Montessori Way Foundations Framework

Tanya — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 10:37:10 +0000

Join the waitlist below or HERE. Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is in The Montessori Way Foundations Framework™️? A 6-month journey to a firm foundation in the Montessori philosophy. You’ll gain instant access to The Montessori Way Foundations Framework™ Onboarding module, where I’ll walk you through how to prepare for success before diving intoContinue Reading

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Montessori books that you must have (Part 1)

Tanya — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 10:03:15 +0000

Ok, I get it. You love Montessori and want to learn more, but need some reliable resource recommendations. You have come to a great list here! I am keeping it simple but thorough, so you get guidance without the overwhelm. If you do Montessori at home, you will love this list of Montessori books forContinue Reading

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3 Positive Outcomes for Children in the Montessori Environment

Tanya — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 09:20:10 +0000

Are you doing Montessori at home or are wondering if you should? Well, you are going to love this training because we are going to focus on the positives of The Montessori Method! There are both pros and cons to this philosophy, but there are definitely more pros than cons! If you desire to becomeContinue Reading

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What Montessori Schedule is right for you? [Video Training]

Tanya — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 22:18:31 +0000

I am excited to be focusing on the topic of a Montessori school or Montessori homeschool schedule in this training. If you are following a Montessori Curriculum 3-6, then you are in the right place! Of course you can use these important scheduling points for any age, but I focus on mostly ages 3 toContinue Reading

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How to judge where you are in your Montessori journey

Tanya — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 09:03:29 +0000

This is going to be a very complete and such a great training for you! Be sure to watch or listen to the live training and read through the points that I talk about here. You will be glad you did because this is an essential step in your transformation! If you are looking toContinue Reading

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An Introduction to Montessori Normalization in Children

Tanya — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 09:24:10 +0000

The phrases “Montessori Normalization” or “Normalized Children” are not, in any way, judgmental. They convey a misconception because of the language used. Basically, Maria Montessori was Italian and her works were in that language. I know that “normalization” comes from the word “normal,” but it doesn’t mean at all that we are talking about whetherContinue Reading

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Montessori Environment Wall Decorations [LIVE Training]

Tanya — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 09:58:12 +0000

When we are focused on how to organize Montessori materials, we tend to forget about the walls! Yes! We forget to plan for our wall decorations. The interesting question is: are they aligned with Your Montessori environment at home? If you are looking to building a centered, organized Montessori Guide in yourself, nurture happy, normalizedContinue Reading

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Improving a Difficult Personality in your Child the Montessori Way

Tanya — Tue, 22 Dec 2020 00:10:44 +0000

We all know that young children (ages of about 2-6) can have big expressions of emotion and strong opinions. A quote from the book titled Positive Discipline hits the nail in the head for us as parents. It says, “The very same qualities we want for our children as adults can make life challenging whenContinue Reading

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Why Montessori materials are special [LIVE Training]

Tanya — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 09:10:03 +0000

Montessori materials are great. They are beautiful, educational and durable. Do you feel lost when it comes to Montessori materials? Do you have questions as to why they are so different from traditional school materials? Let’s discuss that fun topic. If you are looking to building a centered, organized Montessori Guide in yourself, nurture happy,Continue Reading

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Overcoming Negatives in Montessori (Live Training)

Tanya — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 09:10:14 +0000

Are you following a Montessori curriculum 3-6, but are having some issues with your Montessori environment? Is a particular Montessori work discouraging you from using it or setting it up in your Montessori environment? In this episode, let’s talk about some of the limiting beliefs or discouraging thoughts that you might have that may beContinue Reading

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Research-Based Support for Montessori Multi-age Groups – Part 1

Tanya — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 09:47:22 +0000

Mixed-age classrooms or groups of children is a way of putting children together in a learning environment in which their age range is 2-4 years. It is intended to maximize learning potential… if done right, whether it’s at a Montessori school or doing Montessori at home. The Montessori Method has gotten it right. Come andContinue Reading

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Change your way of thinking as The Montessori Guide [Live Training]

Tanya — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 09:21:57 +0000

Let’s talk about changing your thinking as the Montessori Guide. There is so much that must happen internally before we can flourish to become a centered, organized Montessori Guide as you nurture happy, normalized children. What do you know about… limiting beliefs as the Montessori Guide? What are some of your limiting beliefs? If youContinue Reading

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You are the Montessori Guide – Montessori Teacher (LIVE Training)

Tanya — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 09:48:53 +0000

What do you know about what it mean to be a Montessori Guide? How does it differ from a traditional school teacher? Come find out some of the main and unique pillars of this wonderful job. If you are looking to building a centered, organized Montessori Guide in yourself, nurture happy, normalized children and wantContinue Reading

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Montessori Tips for the Stressed Out Montessori Guide

Tanya — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 09:59:43 +0000

There are many Montessori moms and teachers (guides) that message me and start out with, “Hi! I’m so stressed out and I don’t know if I can do Montessori anymore…” Has this thought remotely (or daily) crossed your mind? Believe it or not, you are not the only one! We have all been there andContinue Reading

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What Makes Montessori Materials so Unique

Tanya — Fri, 09 Oct 2020 09:07:55 +0000

What do you know about… Montessori materials and what makes them so unique? Let me know in comments what you know about this topic, what you have applied, what you have tried that worked, what you have tried that didn’t work and if you have any questions as we get into this training. If youContinue Reading

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3 Favorite Montessori Quotes and What They Mean [Live Training]

Tanya — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 09:46:31 +0000

This is an exciting topic for me because I have been reading Maria Montessori’s books for many, many years and I haven’t heard anyone loving them as much as I do. Why? Because many find her books hard to read and sometimes, very technical. After all, they were written in Italian, Maria Montessori’s first language.Continue Reading

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3 Reasons to Love the Montessori Philosophy [LIVE TRAINING]

Tanya — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 10:04:40 +0000

Today, we are going to be talking about 3 REASONS TO LOVE THE MONTESSORI PHILOSOPHY! If you are new to the philosophy, you will fall in love with it and if you are a seasoned Montessorian, it will make you love it even more! This is a must-take training! Take notes, especially if you areContinue Reading

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Montessori: Fantasy Friend or Foe?

Tanya — Tue, 29 Sep 2020 09:48:34 +0000

Are you curious about The Montessori Curriculum 3-6 and ware wondering why it does not support fantasy? This includes pretend play, role playing and any imaginative play. Well, there is a misconception when it comes to saying that the Montessori Curriculum free of fantasy is bad. After all, fantasy and the other things included above are anContinue Reading

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Research-Based Support for Montessori Multi-aged Groups – Part 2

Tanya — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 21:53:34 +0000

Today, we are going to be talking about the Montessori way of multi-age groups and some of the benefits of it. Mixed-age grouping is a way of grouping children in which the children’s age range is between 2 and 4 years. It is intended to optimize the educational potential of children as there are many benefitsContinue Reading

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Printable Weekly Reflections in the Montessori Curriculum

Tanya — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 09:55:28 +0000

Maria Montessori, creator of The Montessori Method, was always guiding the Montessori teacher to observe as children learn, how the educational program is running in their environment and more. If you are wanting to have excellent Montessori classrooms, offer high quality Montessori activities and target the sensitive periods in child development, then you need toContinue Reading

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Is Montessori Right for You?

Tanya — Mon, 14 Sep 2020 09:02:17 +0000

I don’t want you to feel that way and be in limbo without knowing where to go or what to do, especially if you are doing Montessori at home! Let me start with a quick introduction on how I opened my heart to Montessori. Maybe my story will resonate with you. Then, I am goingContinue Reading

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What is Circle Time? (and why you should consider it in your Montessori environment)

Tanya — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 23:52:23 +0000

Do you know what Circle Time is and how it is used in the Montessori Curriculum 3-6? Have you ever tried Circle Time before? How did it go? What did you include? If you have, let me know in comments what you thought of it! If you haven’t, come and find out what Circle TimeContinue Reading

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‘Freedom Within Limits’ in the Montessori Environment

Tanya — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 04:10:53 +0000

If you have been looking into the Montessori curriculum or want to learn more about Montessori activities, then you are in the right place. Learning about the foundations of the Montessori philosophy is instrument to your success in the method. The topic of discipline is a big one in Montessori circles because it is soContinue Reading

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Weekly Montessori Reflections Printable

Tanya — Mon, 10 Aug 2020 09:56:08 +0000

Maria Montessori, the attentive observer of children and wonderful creator of The Montessori Method, focused much of her time on reflection and introspection. If we don’t take time to reflect and assess what has worked and what needs to improve in the Montessori environment an within ourselves, then we won’t be able to serve ourContinue Reading

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Different Homeschooling Methods & Free Homeschool Styles QUIZ

Tanya — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 09:34:23 +0000

Have you been thinking about homeschooling or are you unhappy with the way your homeschool has been going and need a change? You have come to the right place! There are many ways of approaching home school learning. Today, we will be discussing 7 different homeschooling methods and offering a free homeschool styles QUIZContinue Reading

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Free Kindergarten Homeschool Curriculum for Montessori at Home

Tanya — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 09:47:26 +0000

Here's a list of free Kindergarten homeschool curriculum for doing Montessori at home. Get the printable for teaching your lessons.

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Montessori Curriculum Tips for the Stressed Out Homeschool Mom

Tanya — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 10:13:50 +0000

There are many moms that message me and start our with, “Hi! I’m a stressed out homeschool mom and…” Believe it or not, you are not the only one! We have all been there are are right in the middle of it right now! And if you are doing Montessori at home, you are addingContinue Reading

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Montessori Practical Life Activities List #1 ~ Start Here

Tanya — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 09:10:24 +0000

If you are interested in Montessori in your child’s daily life, then you will absolutely love teaching them some Practical Life skills. See, your child learns best through their Sensitive Periods and if you catch them on time, they will be on their way to success. Be prepared and help your child be successful withContinue Reading

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The Best List of Homeschool Curriculums by Subject

Tanya — Mon, 20 May 2019 09:51:12 +0000

The school year is almost over! Can you believe it? Many of us are already looking around for the curricula that we will be using when the new school year begins. Whether you are looking for inexpensive homeschool curriculum in general or you are looking fo a specific subject, it is important to look aroundContinue Reading

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Do you Really Need an Online Montessori Homeschool Curriculum?

Tanya — Mon, 13 May 2019 09:33:16 +0000

So, you have decided that you want to homeschool. And you have decided to use the Montessori curriculum at home. Good for you! What a wonderful decision! Knowing this couldn’t make me happier. You can begin doing Montessori at home from the moment your baby is born. That’s right! You can begin your child’s lifeContinue Reading

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Montessori at Home Resources: Free Montessori Lesson Plans List

Tanya — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 09:00:56 +0000

I wish we had a free Montessori curriculum to follow when I first started homeschooling using the Montessori Method! It would’ve made my life so much easier! But now that we have been at it for years, I have been able to collect our Montessori lessons to make a free Montessori preschool curriculum forContinue Reading

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Printable Montessori Sensitive Periods Development Chart & Information

Tanya — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 09:47:58 +0000

Sensitive Periods in Montessori are very important. They’re like our guides to make our lives and our children’s lives so much easier. In this post, I will share with you an essential and very helpful printable Montessori Sensitive Periods development chart and information about it. Maria Montessori introduced sensitive periods in children. These timeContinue Reading

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Complete List of Montessori Classroom Setup at Home Ideas

Tanya — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 09:45:38 +0000

Are you doing Montessori at home? Then you will love this complete list of Montessori classroom setup at home ideas! You will be inspired by all of the different ways you can set up your Montessori learning environment at home. Please remember to visit our resources hub for Montessori Curriculum 3-6 activities and lessons !Continue Reading

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Montessori at Home Lesson Planning Ideas List

Tanya — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 09:58:01 +0000

Are you doing Montessori at home or are you planning to? Here is a list of some great ideas on how to plan lessons for that, targeting those that are implementing Montessori at home. Come and be inspired by many moms that love this method and share their insights with you! Please remember toContinue Reading

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5 Decisions to Make before Teaching Montessori at Home {Printable Sensitive Periods Chart}

Tanya — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 09:27:39 +0000

You are a great mom! You love your kids and you try your best to do the best you can for their education and for their well-being. You know how wonderful and valuable The Montessori Method is, so you research and read about it. The thing is, it can be daunting and it canContinue Reading

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Printable Montessori Sensorial Activities Checklists

Tanya — Mon, 21 May 2018 09:09:04 +0000

Do you love Maria Montessori sensorial materials? Aren’t they just perfect for children’s developmental success? If you are reading this post, then you do know about the value of sensorial works. You will be happy to know that here, we have a FREE Montessori preschool curriculum that is full of beautiful and complete MontessoriContinue Reading

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Fantastic Montessori 3-Parts Cards Bundle #3

Tanya — Fri, 18 May 2018 17:44:45 +0000

Do you love 3-part cards to use in your homeschool? Did you know that they started out as Montessori 3-part cards, but they do not have to be exclusive Montessori materials? We use them all the time at home for any and every subject because they work for learning! They really do! So theseContinue Reading

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Montessori at Home Comprehensive Planners Bundle ~ 70 Pages

Tanya — Tue, 15 May 2018 09:20:35 +0000

You are going to absolutely LOVE the idea that I have bundled these 4 planners to give you an entirely amazing experience in your Montessori at Home journey! This lovely 4-planner bundle includes the complete Montessori at Home Planner (48 pages) and the Montessori Curriculum Planner (5 pages). Also, the Montessori Practical Life PlannerContinue Reading

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Free Montessori Curriculum ~ 6 Practical Life Activities Checklists

Tanya — Tue, 24 Apr 2018 09:18:51 +0000

We are always excited about any free Montessori curriculum download that we come across. I confess, there aren’t many out there. These are the things that would’ve made my journey of doing Montessori at home so much easier. This is why I wanted to share this wonderful and very helpful list of Montessori practicalContinue Reading

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