Montessori 3-6 Homeschool Program Frequently Asked Questions

The 3–6 Montessori homeschool program includes

• Three years of step-by-step Montessori homeschooling curriculum for practical life, sensorial, culture, science, language arts, and mathematics
• Blackline Masters CD that includes hundreds of pages of printable resources, material templates, and record-keeping documents
• Hands-on Montessori math materials and Primary Phonics reading program
• Excellent guidance in the following areas:
  • Montessori philosophy and methodology — We developed our Guide to Theory and Practice to offer important information about the Montessori method and the Montessori technique. This book is divided into three main sections: (i) the Montessori approach as it developed through the fascinating life of Maria Montessori; (ii) the key components of the philosophy and methodology; and (iii) putting the Montessori method into practice in your home.
  • Guidance on how to set up the Montessori home environment — We devote an entire section of the Guide to setting up the prepared environment in your home, and include detailed information on room set-up, accessory spaces, materials, and the outdoor area — preparing you fully to teach Montessori at home.
  • Guidance on how to implement the step-by-step Montessori lesson plans — We include close to 400 learning activities in our curriculum manuals, each one methodically detailed with step-by-step lesson plans and color photographs. Each activity outlines the purpose, suggested age range to introduce the activity, any relevant background information and notes, a listing of all the materials you will need, preparation instructions for hand-made materials, presentation (step-by-step Montessori lesson), variations (additional related activities), and vocabulary. We designed our Montessori homeschool program so that you will be well prepared and successful when you teach Montessori at home.
• Preparation instructions for hand-made materials

You will be able to use the homeschooling curriculum and resources for the entire three years of your child’s 3–6 Montessori homeschool program. And if you are homeschooling more than one child, you can use the same curriculum and resources for that child’s full program, too!

For more than 20 years, the North American Montessori Center (NAMC) has been delivering high quality Montessori teacher training programs via distance learning and publishing world-class professional Montessori curriculum manuals and resources. Drawing on our experience, we developed our Montessori homeschool program to fill a growing interest in applying proven Montessori methods and materials in a home environment. We believe that our comprehensive yet easy to implement 3-6 homeschool program allows you to successfully guide your child toward achieving the same learning outcomes and experiencing the same character benefits that they would experience in a Montessori classroom setting.

NAMC’s 3–6 Montessori Homeschool Program is the low price of $649.00, plus shipping.

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The homeschool program includes the key curriculum and some material that you will need for the foundation of your Montessori homeschool program. For some of the activities, we have suggested that you make or source some of the required material to teach Montessori at home, but many of these items are readily available in your home or local craft store. Other than that, there are some items you will needs to prepare your Montessori homeschool environment, such as storage containers, trays, mats, accessible shelving, books for your library, and child-size furniture.

NAMC’s 2005 Edition of Preschool/Kindergarten Video Demonstrations complement the curriculum manuals included with the homeschool program. The videos give you the opportunity to see Montessori teachers present sensorial, language, and math activities. They are a helpful secondary resource, but they are not essential to your understanding of the curriculum. The curriculum manuals included with the homeschool program provide you with all the detailed information you need to successfully learn, prepare, and present the Montessori activities to your child.

The Montessori 3–6 homeschool program is different from other options because of our all-inclusive approach. We provide you with the foundation you need to implement a comprehensive three-year Montessori program in your homeschool environment, and you receive it in one convenient shipment. In addition to providing you with the full range of homeschool curriculum, we include the Guide to Theory and Practice to give you a solid basis in Montessori education, preparing you to be a knowledgeable guide for your child. As well, we provide you with the templates, material, and preparation instructions you need to present the over 400 activities included in the program. Also included are material lists, set-up information, curriculum maps, and Mastery Checklists— valuable, clearly presented information that helps you get started and successfully teach Montessori at home with confidence. Finally, our program is unique because it was developed by NAMC, an experienced leader in Montessori education.

It is true that there are a multitude of excellent online resources for Montessori and homeschooling, some of which are free. However, our program provides you with everything you need to teach Montessori at home in a single shipment. We have done the work for you, so you don’t have to spend your time looking for resources and then trying to make them fit together in a cohesive program. We offer you a fully comprehensive program of theory, step-by-step homeschooling curriculum, and key Montessori material.

NAMC developed our Montessori homeschool program with great attention and care to equipping parents with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to provide the best Montessori education for their children. We drew upon our extensive experience developing Montessori curriculum and our considerable knowledge educating Montessori teachers all around the world via distance learning to create a program that can be implemented by any homeschooler who has a passion to teach Montessori at home using Montessori methods and materials.

Yes, they can! This program was created for people just like you: parents who wish to teach Montessori at home, but who have little or no previous training. We have included a comprehensive Guide to Theory and Practice that provides you with the background information you will need to present the Montessori homeschool program. In addition, we have included a number of usage documents that will guide you on how and when to present activities, setting up your Montessori homeschool environment, and assessing your child’s development during the program. By dedicating time to reading your guide and setting up your program beforehand, you could be prepared to begin homeschooling your child in the Montessori method in about a week’s time.

During the three years of the program, your child will be actively engaged in hands-on learning in all five areas of Montessori curriculum. In addition to learning things like the four operations in math and how to write and read in language, your child will be introduced to curriculum areas that are unique to Montessori. Practical life activities teach your child how to successfully perform daily tasks, which builds independence. Sensorial activities build and refine the senses while indirectly preparing your child for language and math. And culture and science introduce your child to the world in an engaging hands-on manner that prepares your child to be a steward of the planet.

NAMC’s Montessori 3-6 Homeschool Program includes detailed instructions on beginning the program and setting up your homeschool environment. We provide you with user friendly documentation outlining the step-by-step process you will follow to start the program. We also include a set of Curriculum Maps that give you a graphic overview of how the program will unfold across all five curriculum areas over the three years of the program. The Guide includes detailed information about preparing your environment and daily routines. As well, record-keeping documents help you stay organized while documenting your child’s progress.

No, this is not a training or certification program. This is homeschooling program that provides parents and caregivers with the tools they need to educate their children in the Montessori method during the preschool years. NAMC does offer a program for people interested in acquiring their Montessori teaching training for early childhood (ages 3–6), as well as for infant/toddler, lower elementary, and upper elementary. Contact us for more information.

Yes, you can successfully begin the 3–6 homeschool program even if your child is already four or five years old. It will, of course, require some consideration to decide where your child should begin. However, you will be able to gauge where your child should start in each of the homeschooling curriculums by reviewing the manuals, consulting the curriculum maps, and, most importantly, assessing your child’s individual needs and development.

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The Montessori method is a child-centered, developmental approach to education that has been in practice for over 100 years. Dr. Maria Montessori developed the method based on her scientific observation of children and the concept that children are the best judges of their needs. In a Montessori environment children

• thrive within the bounds of a carefully prepared environment
• are free to choose their work activities
• are able to work at an individual pace
• use carefully designed materials
• are motivated to learn through discover
• develop concentration
• build self-discipline
• foster a love for learning​

Montessori and homeschool are a perfect fit because they share the same focus: your child. The Montessori method centers on

• being aware of your child’s needs and level of development
• following his lead when he expresses interest in a task
• working in a prepared environment – a beautiful, calm, and ordered space that facilitates your child’s learning

It comes as no surprise that these are concepts that coincide with the ideals of many homeschooling parents. Who knows your child’s needs and interests better than you? And, your home can be the ideal prepared environment, designed by you and tailored specifically to your child. Homeschooling with the Montessori method enables you to create an active learning environment where you will encourage exploration and discovery, nurture ideas, foster independence, welcome questions and offer answers, and most importantly, value and respect your child.

Being familiar with the Montessori method may be helpful when you begin the program, but it is not required. The Montessori 3–6 Homeschool program was designed with the intent of supporting homeschoolers who have little or no background in the Montessori method. The program guides you step by step through theory, material preparations, Montessori homeschool set-up, and presentations. We provide you with all you need to gain a solid understanding of the Montessori method and to confidently teach Montessori at home.

Montessori homeschoolers are primarily guides and facilitators of their children’s learning. They model the behaviour they want their children to follow, and they carefully observe their children to ensure that their children’s needs are being met.

There is no one right way to schedule the day in your Montessori homeschool. In fact, you may find that every day must be a little different to meet your child’s evolving interests and needs. However, each day should have structure and most Montessori homeschools will have some common elements. Here is an example of a typical day in a Montessori homeschool

• First circle time and dismissal to work period
• Work period of approximately two uninterrupted hours when your child chooses and works on learning activities
• Tidy up of the learning environment
• Second circle time and end of program

Traditionally, Montessori settings are made up of a three-year age group, and children do benefit from this standard. However, when you teach Montessori at home, this set up is not always possible. And you certainly should not be deterred from using the Montessori method because of it. The Montessori 3–6 homeschool program was designed with the understanding that children are often homeschooled individually. For example, the activities are structured as individual presentations and your roles as a guide and a model are emphasized. Socialization and peer-learning opportunities can be created by connecting with other homeschooling families through organizations like homeschool co-ops, by participating in local sports or arts programs, or by volunteering in the community.

Dr. Maria Montessori began her work as an educator and physician with children with special needs. She realized that children with special needs are often just as capable as other children. As a result, her method addresses the individual needs of all children. Montessori education and activities benefit children with special needs because they

• train and refine the senses
• are multi-sensorial, flexible, self-paced, and adaptive
• include movement and development of fine and gross motor skills
• are conducive to all learning styles
• focus on the individual interests of the child
• concentrate on the strengths and abilities of the whole child
• include Practical Life activities that develop independence and prepares children for life

The 3–6 Montessori Homeschool Program is $649.00, plus shipping.

We offer two convenient ways to order the homeschool program.

You may access the Online Order Form on our fully secure website. The payment method for an online order is a major credit card (VISA or MasterCard).

Alternatively, you may print out a PDF Order Form. Once you have completed the order form and included your payment method, you may fax (604-576-6638), email (info@montessori-home-schooling.com), or mail (see bottom of the page) the order form. 

Once we have processed your order (this usually takes 3-5 business days), we will ship your program to you. The delivery time will depend on the level of courier service you choose.

See the Order Form for further details.

Please note that this is a final sale. NAMC does not provide exchanges or refunds on curriculum purchases for copyright reasons.