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The
Montessori preschool classroom emphasizes spoken language as the foundation
for all linguistic expression.
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Throughout the
entire Montessori environment, the child hears and uses precise vocabulary for
all the activities, learning the names of colours, size, textures, geometric
shapes, plants and so on.
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Sounding
out the words |
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The materials for written languages first introduce the child to the
sandpaper letters and their sounds, which make it possible for the child
to express herself in writing. |
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Later, the child
may begin composing words, sentences and whole stories using the moveable
alphabet. Writing and eventually reading are often acquired spontaneously.
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| Moveable Alphabet /
Sandpaper Letters |
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