It helps develop concentration and self-discipline.
Kiddos also learn the value of silence as they participate in the game, which can be a great thing in this busy world we live in.
The Montessori Silence Game is very simple and can be played at home, school, or outdoors.
There are many variations that you can try out.
The Montessori Silence Game
To help you understand how the game works, I've collected a number of resources from Montessori homes and schools.
This post also includes children's books about silence to help your child better understand and then apply the concept.
The Montessori Silence Game Tips and Resources for Home
Using the Montessori Silence Game at home is a bit different than using it at school as you have the ability to really make it your own and fit your own child's needs.
Below are my favorite resources about using the Montessori Silence Game in the home. The possibilities are endless!
The Silence Game in Nature from Montessori Nature
Learn Montessori's Silence Game for Your Home or Classroom from Carrots Are Orange
Exploring our Senses Outdoors (Montessori Silence Game) from The Natural Homeschooler
The Montessori Silence Game: Tips and Resources for the Classroom
The Montessori Silence Game is a part of the Montessori preschool curriculum. It can include a very specific set up in the classroom, but also can include variations.
Below are resources for using the Montessori Silence Game in the classroom. I love how each resource is similar yet different.
Nurturing Quiet from To the Lesson!
Variations on the Montessori Silence Game for Developing Skills from NAMC Montessori Teacher Training Blog
The Silence Game from Montessori Primary Guide
Children's Books About Silence
Books about silence are fabulous ways to introduce the Montessori Silence Game and teach reflection and meditation.
Below is a list of my favorite books about silence. They really help children understand the reason behind learning how to be silent.
The Sound of Silence by Katrina Goldsaito
What Does It Mean To Be Present by Rana DiOrio
Visiting Feelings by Lauren Rubenstein
Take the Time: Mindfulness for Kids by Maud Roegiers
A Handful of Quiet: Happiness in Four Pebbles by Thich Nhat Hanh
The Lemonade Hurricane: A Story of Mindfulness and Meditation by Licia Morelli
Charlotte and the Quiet Place by Deborah Sosin
When I Make Silence by The Parent Child Press
The Silence Game is such an important aspect of Montessori education and teaches so many valuable skills.
Learning without self-regulation is useless.
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What a wonderful collection of resources! This is something I have never tried with my son. I look forward to giving it a try :)
ReplyDeleteGreat book recommendations. Thank you
ReplyDeleteThese books look wonderful! I am going to check out the one "A Handful of Quiet." :)
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