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Good day, everyone! To e-mail me directly: secondstar2therite@comcast.net.
After receiving my ECE from Northern Virginia Community College, I attended the Association Montessori Internationale training in Palo Alto, California. This course was given by Dr. Lena Wikramaratne. Miss Lena was trained and worked beside Dr. Montessori and her son, Mario, while Dr. Montessori was in India.
I retired in May, 2017, after almost 40 years as a Primary guide. I have always enjoyed making materials , so TPT was a good fit for me. Sadly, as I get older, I find that I cannot produce as much as I used to, but I still think of something new occasionally. Take the time to enjoy your students as time passes way too quickly!
Blessings,
Mary
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Connect The Dots - Tracing Basic Shapes
Connect The Dots - Tracing Basic ShapesWhen I was in the classroom, I could not keep tracing activities like this on the shelf before they vanished at the hands of eager preschool and kindergartners! What you receive: A digital file of 14 shapes, many of which children entering kindergarten are expected to know. Children will enjoy tracing around the shapes and even making booklets of the shapes they trace. Includes a suggestion for presenting and extending the work. Please see the thumbnail
PreK - 1st
Geometry, Handwriting
Montessori Phonogram Booklets & Folders BUNDLE
I finally did it! Here is the bundle several people have been waiting for. These phonogram cards and booklets follow Muriel Dwyer's "Pathways For Exploration Of Any Language" approach 26 pages of card and booklet materials to print, cut, laminate and present! Thanks so much for stopping by, Mary
PreK - K
Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Montessori Noun Family Practice
Encourage repetition with this set of Noun Family Cards!Designed to be used following initial presentations, this set of 30 reading and matching strips will provide lots of practice in recognizing the article, naming word and noun. Not just for Montessori! These reading strips can fit right in any elementary grammar study,You Receive30 Noun Family reading strips with matching photo Instructions on making the material Suggestions for presentation Easy prep! Just print on card stock, cut and lam
PreK - K
Grammar, Reading
Montessori Geometric Solids Booklet - Print
This six page booklet is a wonderful extension for children working with the geometric solids. When I used these in the classroom, they were a huge hit. The older kidos used to love to sit together and work on these. Includes a FREEBIE page of labels for the solids! Please see the preview to see each page. ************************************************ You may also like: "Transparent" Geometric Solids Booklet - PrintLearning Color Names Booklet Print****************************************
PreK - 1st
Geometry, Handwriting
Montessori Reptiles & Amphibians Punch Outs
Pin poking, pin pricking, punch outs... this beloved activity is a Montessori classic. So open - ended, pin pricking not only builds up writing muscles and skills, it's great for intrinsically encouraging kids to "stick with it" until finished. I always warn that punch outs need to be carefully watched, just like scissors. And NEVER use a small push pin as a poker! Children WILL put them in their mouths. Please DO go to Montessori Services and see the pokers that have a long handle and a s
PreK - 1st
Art, Biology, Handwriting
Montessori Square Chains Recording Sheets
*Updated 12/8/20* If you know me, you know that I'm a firm believer in lots and lots of writing! Children in my classes loved to practice all sorts of writing and recording when presented in attractive, meaningful ways. This file contains four different ways to record Montessori's square chains: 1. Squared strips from 1 - 10 to make a booklet 2. A triangle similar to the bead stairs where the numerals will be recorded in the circles 3. Right-angled triangles of the chains where the numer
PreK - 1st
Math, Writing
Birds In Winter - Montessori Matching Cards
Birds In Winter - Montessori Matching CardsThis is a set of 12 cards showing aspects of how birds adapt or migrate during the cold weather. Realistic clip art by Educlip is simple and clear. A very good place to begin conversations of how animals cope with the cold in general. ************************************************************************************ You may also like:Animals In Winter ClassificationAnimal Camouflage********************************************************************
PreK - K
Biology
First Phonetic (Pink) Reading Bundle
*CVC words, Montessori Pink Reading Series* I've finally brought all of my easy reading together in one bundle! Treat yourself and your blossoming readers with this group of activities designed for success. Based on and compatible with Montessori reading schemes, these activities are easily adapted to Literacy Centers. Please see individual activities for previews. Thanks so much for stopping by! Mary
PreK - 1st
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
Montessori Grammar - Articles Game
Article Game - Montessori Function of the Word*Revised June 2020 Articles in red, two sets of labels These cards may be used to supplement your initial presentations of the Introduction to the Article with real objects. These real picture cards and labels are used independently by children for further practice. I have tried to find interesting nouns at a medium level of reading; simple and longer phonetic words, phonograms and puzzle words. Four examples for a Two examples for an Six examples
PreK - 1st
Grammar, Reading, Vocabulary
Montessori Punch Outs TRANSPORTATION
Pin poking, pin pricking, punch outs... this beloved activity is a Montessori classic. So open - ended, pin pricking not only builds up writing muscles and skills, it's great for intrinsically encouraging kids to "stick with it" until finished. I always warn that punch outs need to be carefully watched, just like scissors. And NEVER use a small push pin as a poker! Children WILL put them in their mouths. Please DO go to Montessori Services and see the pokers that have a long handle and a sh
PreK - 1st
Art, Biology, Handwriting
Henri Matisse - Montessori Pin Poking/Cutting
This work is 31 Matisse – inspired shapes for children to use in pin poking or cutting. You can print them on colored card stock or on white and allow the children to add color to the shapes. Not only do children just love this work, but it strengthens the muscles and brain/muscle connections used in development of writing. This work may be offered as a free choice and either kept or used to make a communal mural. How to make the materials: Print the cards on card stock. You can use dra
PreK - K
Art
Writing Rainbow Letters - Larger Cursive Version
This was a favorite activity in my class. Children seldom needed much encouragement to carefully trace within the letters. This file is a very simple tracing of print letters with no pictures so that the child who is new to this activity won't be distracted Includes instructions on making and presenting. ****************************************************************** You may also like: Connecting Cursive BookletCursive Alphabet Practice - Capitals & More**************************************
PreK - 1st
Handwriting, Writing
Animals of the Continents Self Correcting Reading Cards
ALL of the animals of the continents wrapped up in one big bundle! PLUS Sorting the Animals By Their Continent cards for FREE. How is the material made? Print on card stock, laminate for durability and add to your geography work. Please view the thumbnail and preview for more details. ****************************************************************************** You may also like: Ireland Reading CardsPenguin Reading CardsMaps & Globe TermsMap & Globe Definition Cards***************************
PreK - 2nd
Biology, Geography, Reading
Montessori Punch Outs FLOWERS
Pin poking, pin pricking, punch outs... this beloved activity is a Montessori classic. So open - ended, pin pricking not only builds up writing muscles and skills, it's great for intrinsically encouraging kids to "stick with it" until finished. I always warn that punch outs need to be carefully watched, just like scissors. And NEVER use a small push pin as a poker! Children WILL put them in their mouths. Please DO go to Montessori Services and see the pokers that have a long handle and a sh
PreK - 1st
Art, Biology, Handwriting
Birds In Winter - Language Cards PLUS Booklet
Birds In Winter - 3 Part Cards PLUS BookletSome birds migrate, some adapt. This set of twelve cards with realistic graphics illustrates how birds cope with the wintertime weather. Great for winter themes! PLUS this set of cards includes black line masters for each card for the children to make their own booklets. *********************************************************************************************** You may also like:Birds In Winter Montessori Matching CardsAnimals In Winter Classific
PreK - 1st
Biology, English Language Arts, Reading
Geometry Cabinet Shapes - Definitions & Cards
Shapes taken from the Montessori Geometry Cabinet. Includes: Cards with the shape in blueName cards for the shapeFull definition cardCard with nomenclature cut from the topCard with definition cut into thirdsA second definition card for the definition bookletInstructions on presentingInstructions on making the bookletShapes that are included: circle, square, equilateral triangle, rectangle, isosceles triangle, scalene triangle, pentagon, hexagon, heptagon, octagon, nonagon, decagon, trapezoid, t
K - 3rd
Geometry, Informational Text, Reading
Adjectives - Montessori Logical Adjective Game
Adjectives - Montessori Logical Adjective GamesFunction of the adjective can be challenging for children, but what fun they can have discovering new ones and how they work. Can you have a "fluffy sky"? How about a "blue puppy"? No, silly teacher. "blue sky, fluffy puppy"! Perfect for children's sense of humor! Not just for the Montessori classroom, this work can be added to any Reading Center for fun with adjectives. Ages: 4+, readers Thanks for considering my work! **********************
PreK - 1st
English Language Arts, Grammar, Reading
Montessori Reading Commands - Set Two
Montessori Reading Commands 2Reading Commands is a beloved classic part of our approach to reading. It's so dynamic and fun for the children. In this second set of commands there are now two commands, no props. I've made 16 cards for this work as cards usually held up better in my class. Not just for the Montessori classroom, this work can be added to any Reading Center for fun comparing nouns and verbs. Ages: 4+, readers Thanks for considering my work! ************************************
PreK - 2nd
English Language Arts, Reading
Montessori Compound Word Study Labels & Charts
Who doesn't love a good compound word? They're like magic. Put this root word and this root word together and, voila, something new has been created.. When you purchase this digital file, you will be able to download the product and will have continuing access to any updated materials. 64 sets of compound words color coded labels for the root words Control charts for self-correction Easy to make: Print on card stock, laminate if desired and present! Thanks so much for considering my wor
PreK - 3rd
English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary
Second Phonetic (Blue) Reading Bundle
*Reading longer phonetic words, Montessori Blue Reading Series* I've finally brought all of my Level 2, blue reading together in one bundle! Treat yourself and your blossoming readers with this group of activities designed for success. Based on and compatible with Montessori reading schemes, these activities are easily adapted to Literacy Centers. Please see individual activities for previews. *Includes a free Bonus File!* Thanks so much for stopping by! Mary
PreK - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
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About the store
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Good day, everyone! To e-mail me directly: secondstar2therite@comcast.net.
After receiving my ECE from Northern Virginia Community College, I attended the Association Montessori Internationale training in Palo Alto, California. This course was given by Dr. Lena Wikramaratne. Miss Lena was trained and worked beside Dr. Montessori and her son, Mario, while Dr. Montessori was in India.
I retired in May, 2017, after almost 40 years as a Primary guide. I have always enjoyed making materials , so TPT was a good fit for me. Sadly, as I get older, I find that I cannot produce as much as I used to, but I still think of something new occasionally. Take the time to enjoy your students as time passes way too quickly!
Blessings,
Mary
Teaching style
Montessori - Now retired after 40+ years.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I'm most proud of the years I spent in my beautiful Montessori Children's House of Aloha in Oregon. I purchased a house built in the 1950's that had beautiful, low windows and a french door that led to an enormous, natural backyard with an enormous oak tree, wooden deck, garden and invitations to play at the back of the yard. So many children passed through those doors, all grown up now. So many beautiful memories!
My own education history
See above.
Additional biographical information
I have two grown sons, enjoy quilt making, bird watching, paper crafting and material - making.
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