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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Not every Montessori is the same. Ours was very social and not at all rigid. Not "play based" as in essentially babysitting while kids play around. But they had periods of "work" which my kids loved and often did socially in groups with chatter, kids making up make believe stories to go along with their work, plus circle time like any preschool, plus free play in a gym, plus free play outside, plus guided play in the woods.

It was a good balance for my kids of learning to do for themselves and being a part of a social group. [/quote]

A good play based program is NOT essentially babysitting while kids play around. It's center time for and mix of child driven and teacher led activities with a wide range of materials, small group time to learn early academic concepts and social skills in fun and engaging (so play based ways), it's enrichments like art and science for some structured learning and some time for open exploration and use of materials. It's using the playgrounds for open play and as extended classroom with small groups and guided play.

Also glad your kids enjoyed their program! [/quote]

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