Geography is the study of Earth in all its diversity. When students study Geography, they learn how the physical arrangement of the Earth contributes to our history. Montessori Geography studies are integrated with history and science. We begin with general topics and progress to more specific concepts. Children learn about the development of the solar system, Earth’s land, water, plants, animals, and people.

Rather than provide route lessons with a lot of facts and information, Montessori Geography provides a hands-on approach that engages students. This helps children to develop new ways of thinking and sharpens their memory. Children learn how geological forces helped with the formations of oceans and the atmosphere. Thus, we explain continental drift and tectonic plates, volcanoes, earthquakes, ice ages, and the formation of mountain ranges. We also study the hydrosphere, which includes learning about oceans, rivers, lakes, and the water cycle. To study the lithosphere, land forms provide an understanding of the geographical features that distinguish each country.

Land and water globe represented in a miniature scale is used to recognize that Earth is shaped like a sphere. The continents and school globes help children develop map skills as they learn about the seven continents of the world. Puzzle, outline, and pin maps are used to allow students to identify continents, countries, oceans, and biomes that are the flora and fauna native to each continent.

Children receive detailed study of the United States. Within our Montessori studies, our students are taught to respect and take care of the environment and develop a foundation of global awareness.