Our team at Mountain West Montessori Academy hopes you are enjoying your summer.

The Montessori education hands-on method can be applied to several facets in the real world.

Below are some activities gathered to help your child refine their problem-solving skills and apply other practical knowledge learned with their Montessori education during the summer break:

A Family Trip to the Library

Libraries are an excellent choice to sharpen skills; by bringing the whole family, educational honing materials can be accessed, while curiosity on a wide range of materials can be researched.

Visiting the Farmers Market

Being proactive with your children's nutrition in the early stages can set them up for a lifetime of sound nutritional choices. While the family can collectively pick out food, your children can learn more about the various fruits, vegetables, and meats they consume with hands-on learning.

Have a Board Game Night

While technology has taken over, playing board games can be a mentally enriching activity for the whole family. While nostalgia is heavy for the parents, children can use some mathematical concepts through the Montessori education method taught to advance through the games. (Tip: Add a reward! Snacks at the end are a good choice)

Volunteer at a Non-Profit

Volunteering is one of the most selfless activities to do. Doing this as a family builds a compassionate base in your children at an early age. Through Montessori education, giving back to the community through various projects is a key step in social growth. Montessori education recognizes the key to a well-rounded individual is educational success and a good social and community presence.

Visit a Zoo

The family can come together and learn more about conservational efforts while enjoying majestic animals. While learning more about their natural wildlife habitat, they can also be introduced to habitats that are oceans away.

For more information about Montessori activities, visit our website today!