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26 September 2024
To Touch is to Understand
Sensory Development as the Key to a Child’s Academic Success
In early childhood, every touch, smell, and sound becomes part of discovering the world. Sensory development plays a crucial role in forming a child's psychomotor skills and lays the foundation for future learning. At Montessori Hub, we place special emphasis on this aspect by providing students with a rich sensory environment.
Learning Better Through Sensory Integration
Modern children have less time for active outdoor play, while screens occupy a significant part of their day. This reduction in sensory experiences leads to weakened concentration, cognitive abilities, and nervous system function, as more than 80% of the information kids receive comes through their senses.
This is why sensory integration is a key focus in Montessori classrooms. Instead of plastic toys, students interact with natural textures and a variety of smells, tastes, sounds, and forms. From Color Tablets and Sound Cylinders to Tasting Bottles and the Fabric Box, these activities engage all children's senses, leading to deeper involvement in learning.
How Does a Sensory Environment Benefit Children?
First, sensory stimuli help kids focus on tasks without being distracted by external factors. They also calm the nervous system, making the child more mindful and attentive. Second, sensory activities allow students to learn through hands-on experience, enhancing their independence and confidence.
Additionally, sensory stimulation leads to better understanding and memory retention as it strengthens neural connections in the brain. Finally, sensory exercises prepare the hand for writing by developing coordination and fine motor skills. They also improve a child's awareness of their sensations, emotions, and bodily needs.
Sensory Activities Are More Than Just Play
At first glance, working with sensory materials might seem less important than subjects like math or language. However, it is an effective tool for processing any kind of information. When we want to introduce students to complex or abstract concepts, we can rely on their natural sensory abilities.
For example, materials like the Pink Tower and Brown Stairs help children develop visual perception of size, length, and volume. By working with these materials, they learn to analyze, classify, and think logically.
All of this makes sensory development a crucial step in shaping young personalities and preparing them for discoveries and academic success in school!
Learning Better Through Sensory Integration
Modern children have less time for active outdoor play, while screens occupy a significant part of their day. This reduction in sensory experiences leads to weakened concentration, cognitive abilities, and nervous system function, as more than 80% of the information kids receive comes through their senses.
This is why sensory integration is a key focus in Montessori classrooms. Instead of plastic toys, students interact with natural textures and a variety of smells, tastes, sounds, and forms. From Color Tablets and Sound Cylinders to Tasting Bottles and the Fabric Box, these activities engage all children's senses, leading to deeper involvement in learning.
How Does a Sensory Environment Benefit Children?
First, sensory stimuli help kids focus on tasks without being distracted by external factors. They also calm the nervous system, making the child more mindful and attentive. Second, sensory activities allow students to learn through hands-on experience, enhancing their independence and confidence.
Additionally, sensory stimulation leads to better understanding and memory retention as it strengthens neural connections in the brain. Finally, sensory exercises prepare the hand for writing by developing coordination and fine motor skills. They also improve a child's awareness of their sensations, emotions, and bodily needs.
Sensory Activities Are More Than Just Play
At first glance, working with sensory materials might seem less important than subjects like math or language. However, it is an effective tool for processing any kind of information. When we want to introduce students to complex or abstract concepts, we can rely on their natural sensory abilities.
For example, materials like the Pink Tower and Brown Stairs help children develop visual perception of size, length, and volume. By working with these materials, they learn to analyze, classify, and think logically.
All of this makes sensory development a crucial step in shaping young personalities and preparing them for discoveries and academic success in school!