Arithmetic operations for the 6-9 year old | Montessori at Home

The Montessori Method is not against memorization of basic arithmetic combinations, rather, it is for child-led learning, interactive hands-on work and a sound understanding of concepts. Repetition is the best way to memorize tables.

Even if your child is not in a Montessori school, you can try out the activities in the video below to reinforce concepts and make their school work interesting and fun. Moving from concrete to abstract is the way to learn. Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division are introduced to children as young as 3 years in the Montessori environment using concrete materials. The materials shown in the video are easy to make. They may not substitute the beautiful, precise and scientific materials that are there in the environment, but are fun to manipulate and work with, nevertheless!

*If your child is in Montessori, you might want to consult the teacher before introducing these activities, in case they haven’t been introduced to prerequisite activities.*