Motivation Is Possible
Some kids enjoy going to school, consistently receive high grades, and are even self-motivated when it comes to homework and learning beyond what is taught in school. Others may appear disinterested and may seem to lack focus. The majority of students fall somewhere in between. Unless your child is clearly motivated, you may as a […]
What Lies Beneath Behavior?
Every novelist, psychologist, anthropologist, and your Aunt Jane has wanted to know this. What motivates people and what’s going on when their behavior is irritating or just plain doesn’t make sense? At MSODT, we encourage adults to look beneath the behavior of children and to understand ‘behavior as a communication.’ It may be that the […]
The Up’s & Downs Of The Social Aspect Of Elementary School
Growing up can be a challenge. For many children, that may include name-calling or teasing. But Montessori School of Downtown knows there is another way. The period from approximate age six to twelve (or what Dr. Montessori referred to as the “the second plane of developmentâ€) is a time when children are keenly interested in fairness and […]
Identifying your Child’s Primary Learning Style
Every child is completely unique in their very own way. They all have different kinds of interests, styles, colors, everything!! This means that they also take in information differently than their peers so their learning styles are going to vary. Learning techniques that worked great for you may not work for your child. It’s important […]
Montessori in the Summertime
Summer is a time of adventure and exploration, especially for children! The weather allows for so many learning opportunities that can be incorporated into any summer day. The next time you find yourself in the great outdoors, consider trying out some of these simple, Montessori-based activities with your kids! 1. Cloud Watching with a Purpose The next […]
Kid-Friendly Outings in Houston
Houston is the fourth largest U.S. city, so it’s no surprise that it is chock-full of things to do. It’s also a kid-friendly city, boasting many hands-on attractions that are sure to delight both kids and adults alike. As we move further into summer, here are a few of our favorite attractions for the whole […]
Creative Games To Play As A Family During Summer Break
Learning does not have to stop during the summer months. Below are some educational games you can play with your kids while on vacation that encourage learning in an entertaining manner so that they will return to school ready to learn. Beach Obstacle Course If you are planning a vacation by the beach, consider setting up […]
How to Help Your Child Prepare for a Field Trip
For many people, when they think back to their Elementary school experience, some of the most memorable moments they have are from the outings they got to take with their classmates. Student field trips are important for a child’s intellectual and emotional development. They are an important way for a child to gain a sense […]
The Story Behind Our Logo
We are celebrating 35 years of creating self-inspired learners in Houston and Pearland this year. Since we were founded in 1984, Montessori School of Downtown has proudly displayed its unique beach ball logo at every campus. While some may dismiss it as just a colorful image, the beach ball was actually carefully chosen to represent MSODT’s core […]
Conflict Resolution
Giving Children Tools for Conflict Resolution Conflicts are a part of life. Conflicts are helpful in that they allow us to see problems and provide us with reasons to find solutions. They are both important and inevitable, which is why it is so important for us to teach our children to handle conflicts in a […]
