What's "Authentic" Montessori?

The word “Montessori” is not trademarked or copyrighted. This means that any school, curriculum, toy or manipulative can use it without providing anything even closely related to the authentic Montessori methodology. So, it’s up to you to be educated and analytical. The good news is that most elements of an authentic Montessori homeschool curriculum mirror those of a credible Montessori school.

You should be looking for a curriculum that follows the traditional Montessori scope & sequence, facilitates creation of a beautifully prepared environment, instructs the homeschool guide in Montessori lesson presentation, encourages self-directed learning, emphasizes independence, and is easily tailored to each child while facilitating multi-age studies. Additionally, since you are not a formally trained Montessori guide, you will want to find a Montessori curriculum that provides uncomplicated lesson plans, scripted presentation instructions, and ongoing support.

JUST LIKE MULTISORI.

 If you'd like to read more about what to look for in a Montessori curriculum, check out this blog article.