Writing In The Montessori Classroom

Set up the writing area of the classroom with the basic set of materials. Set out 3 thick and 3 thin Crayola markers in each marker container for red, blue, yellow, purple, orange, green, brown, black, gray, and pink. Use the premium metal inset holders from Alison’s Montessori or mason jars. Last year, one of the older students commented that it is just like the metal inset pencil holders, but with markers! The three-year-olds usually choose to use the yellowT markers first. They often take 3 yellows at first! As they become familiar with the work, they choose other colors!

Set out pattern writing, greeting card writing, number writing, calendar writing, and picture word writing. Most of my students choose the patterns or greeting card work first. They like to take the We Are Friends Card and 3 markers of any color. They color the bears and trace over the words. Some deliver them to their friends’ cubbies with great delight. 

The calendar is a favorite work of older returning students. Most trace the numerals. Older students choose the blank calendar and write their own numerals. 

Our new calendar writing book is now on our website. Each month it changes. Check out our Calendar Writing Book and PDF!