Grace and courtesy (2-6 Years)

Grace and Courtesy(2-6Years)

Lovely artwork and simple, one-sentence messages reinforce the lessons of Grace and Courtesy. Reminders such as “I walk with careful feet” and “I treat materials gently” help create a harmonious and peaceful classroom. … By Montessorian Alicia Olson.Montessori introduced Exercises in Grace and Courtesy in reaction to the young child’s need for order. The child has a need to know and to absorb the social structures in order to be more at ease in his environment. … Grace and Courtesy lessons are given to each child in the environment and usually in a group.

Sit next to the child, on the child’s non-dominant side so that he can see the work as you present it.
Use economy of words. …
Speak slowly, gently, and kindly.
Exaggerated movements.
Move left to right.
Utilizing older children in giving lessons to younger children.

Practical life in Montessori is purposeful activity, develops motor control and coordination, and develops independence, concentration, and a sense of responsibility. The exercises in practical life cover two main areas of development: care of self, and care of the environment.

1. Top 5 Manners and Common Courtesy to Teach your Kids. If there seems to be a shortage of manners and common courtesy these day, that’s because there is. …
2. Be Kind. Show kindness everywhere you go. …
3. Be Respectful. Show respect to your classmates, peers and elders. …
4. Be Courteous. …
5. Never Use Bad Language. …
6. Do a Good Deed

1. Common Courtesy
2. Show respect for others.
3. Always apologize when you do something wrong.
4. When someone is having a conversation, do not interrupt.
5. When you change your plans, let others know.
6. Respect the needs of others in public.
7. Never embarrass another person.
8. When refusing an invitation, be kind and honest.
9. Respect your elders.

Montessori is a method of education that is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning and collaborative play. In Montessori classrooms children make creative choices in their learning, while the classroom and the highly trained teacher offer age-appropriate activities to guide the process.