The sensitive period for language is from 7 months in utero up to 5.5 to 6 years of age. There are several aspects of language from spoken language, to written language and reading. This is an integral part of a child’s life to be able to use words to use words or language in order to communicate.
Sensitive Period For Movement (Birth To 4 Years)
The sensitive period for movement can be divided into different classifications. For acquisition of gross and fine...
Sensitive Period For Numbers (From 4 To 5.5 Years)
Sensitive period for numbers - This is the time when we introduce the math curriculum is introduced in a Montessori classroom. Counting used to be a part of language and at this period they are interested in numbers as an entity and a separate type of language. More...
Sensitive Period For Order (Age 18 Months To 2 Years)
Sensitive period for order starts from birth and peaks at 18 months to 2.5 years and prolongs to age five. This is characterized by a desire for consistency and repetition. There exists a passionate love for established routines and is when a child may seem disturbed...
Sensitive Period For Refinement Of The Senses (Birth To 5 Years)
Sensitive period for refinement of the senses is characterized with the child’s fascination with sensorial experiences (taste, smell, sounds, weight and touch) results in the child learning to observe and make increasingly refined sensorial discrimination. Nothing is...
Sensitive Period For Understanding Manners And Courtesies (From 2-6 Years)
For children aged 3-6 there are grace and courtesy lessons in a Montessori classroom. For children aged 0-3 grace and courtesy is modeled by the adults. This entails the parents to be using their manners with the children and other adults that may be around. More...
Sensitive Period For Weaning (5 To 6 Months)
Sensitive period for weaning - If the introduction of solids is done at this age the interest is captured and can later on prevent problems with feeding. Children are best breast fed until at least a year and supplemented with solids. At times by 10-12 months the...