Jack Goes to Montessori School
By Allyson Collins
Illustrated by Lindsey R. Smith
This book is written by a Montessori mom who wanted other families to know how terrific Montessori school is. I think it would be a good way to help prepare three- and four-year-old children for the three-to-six (or primary) classroom. It’s about a boy who loves his classroom, his friends, and his lessons. In the story, the author has pointed out quite a few of the basic materials, which are illustrated well. There are many, many more in activities and lessons in an actual Montessori classroom. Reading this book to children who have never been in a Montessori classroom before will give them a sense of how the day goes and some of what’s in store for them. It could be a real help with the transition from home to school or from the toddler level to primary.
