Resources for Montessori Pre-K Learning at Home

COVID-19 school and childcare closings have affected many families and we at North American Montessori want to help as much as we can. Below, we have provided resources for parents and caregivers that can hopefully make these challenging times a little easier. You’ll find everything from Montessori parent blogs and printable activities to educational videos and more!

Aid to Life

The Association Montessori Internationale’s (AMI) resource for supporting the natural development of children.

The Montessori Notebook

Online courses, blog posts, a podcast, and free downloads of activities, cards, and guidelines.

Learning From Home | A Handbook For Parents

Guidelines for Montessori learning at home for children of all ages. Created by Arbor Montessori School.

Trillium Montessori

Online courses, online store, free resource library, printables, and blog with various “at home” themed posts and resources.

All Things Montessori

Podcast for parents on various Montessori topics.

Scholastic Learn At Home

Free resources and daily activities for at-home learning.

Lakeshore

Large selection of free, printable resources including worksheets and activities for kids of all ages.

Audible Stories

Free audiobook streaming of a collection of stories for children while schools are closed, including titles across eight different languages.

Everyday Learning by PBS

PBS Learning Media resource including math and science videos and activities geared towards preschoolers.

Your Outdoor Classroom: Live!

Videos of animals with environmental educators that can be watched live (through Facebook Live) or rewatched and downloadable activities are also available.

#PlayAtHome with Playworks

Free video tutorials of games that follow CDC guidelines and can be played at home with little to no equipment. A printable “playbook” that explains the featured games is also available.

CMOM At Home

Children’s Museum of Manhattan features daily, fun at-home activities for preschool kids to do alongside a parent.

Open Culture

Thousands of free books, movies, images, and online resources for kids of all ages and interests.

Tinkergarten

Tinkergarten At Home offers free access to weekly outside activities, parenting insights, and live online sessions with other parents.

Montessori Preschool & Daycare St. Louis

With these Montessori guides and developmentally appropriate activities, you can help your child stay engaged in learning! Be sure to keep up with our blog for all things Montessori. Contact us with any questions or to schedule a tour!