Chapter 2: Essentials of Montessori Teaching · Science & Mathematics
Maths and Brain Development
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Ch 2: Essentials of Montessori Teaching
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Mathematics & Its Importance at Montessori Level
**How Maths Helps with the Development of New Brain Connections**
Maths is the subject of learning concepts like organisation, quantities, numbers, and space. Its importance cannot be ignored — the principles of mathematics back **everything** in our world.
When children are introduced to maths at the Montessori level with the help of tools and toys, they develop a basic understanding and appreciation of the subject. As children use and manipulate these materials, their brains develop hundreds of new neuronal channels. These new connections result in:
- Higher-order thinking
- Creative thinking
- Problem-solving
- Logical reasoning
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