Montessori
Characteristics of Montessori
What is Child-centered, hands-on learning, or emphasis on independence.
A Reggio principle
What is Children are strong, capable, and have 100 languages of expression.
Waldorf core focus
What is Holistic development of the head, heart, and hands
Purpose of Head Start
What is To provide comprehensive early childhood education, health, and family support to low-income children and families.
Play
What is Free play and guided play, focusing on exploration and creativity.
A Montessori classroom feature
what is Prepared environment, multi-age groups, or self-correcting materials.
Documentation practices
what is To track learning processes, reflect, and involve parents.
Waldorf schedule feature
what is Rhythmic activities, circle time, or seasonal festivals.
Services provided
What is Education, nutrition, health screenings, or family engagement.
Domains of development
What is PLACES
A role of the teacher
What is To guide and observe rather than directly instruct.
Reggio-inspired materials
what is Loose parts, natural materials, or recycled items.
Use of storytelling
What is To introduce moral values, stimulate imagination, and encourage oral learning.
Target audience
What is Low-income children aged 3 to 5 years and their families.
Role of educators
What is To observe, support, and extend children’s play by providing guidance and materials when needed.
A core Montessori material
What is Pouring exercises, pink tower, or movable alphabet.
Role of the environment
What is The third teacher.
Arts in Waldorf education
What is Arts are integrated into all subjects to enhance creativity and expression.
Role of family engagement
What is Families are partners in their child’s education and play a key role in supporting long-term success.
Pedagogical framework document
What is Accueillir la petite enfance (Welcoming Early Childhood).
One principle of Montessori
What is Learning through exploration, respect for the child, or sensitive periods.
Unique role of the teacher
What is Collaborator, researcher, and co-learner.
example of a Waldorf material
What is Silk play scarves, wooden blocks, or beeswax crayons.
Head Start’s long-term impact
What is Improved school readiness, better health outcomes, and increased parent involvement in education.
Example of daily activities
what is Play-based learning, outdoor exploration, or group activities promoting social skills.