tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post6914052324178873510..comments2024-03-28T16:47:15.922-04:00Comments on Beautiful Sun Montessori: Review of Montessori Materials from Montessori Outlet- Read this if you're starting up a classroom!Susannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03091714936994801010noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-18000663633869390452013-07-30T20:16:41.946-04:002013-07-30T20:16:41.946-04:00Did you buy from Allison's? What was the quali...Did you buy from Allison's? What was the quality of their materials?stevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05101881481916275870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-69902535700083718152013-04-01T13:41:05.660-04:002013-04-01T13:41:05.660-04:00Thank you so much for this, it's a real help!Thank you so much for this, it's a real help!Beatricenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-9705516957388164342013-03-18T09:48:45.461-04:002013-03-18T09:48:45.461-04:00Hi Katie,
When we initially purchased our set of ...Hi Katie,<br /><br />When we initially purchased our set of materials- I made a lot of adjustments to the list. I had lots of materials exchanged for others within the package. We ordered package 3 (with lots of substitutions) which had most of the basic materials for starting our classroom. Through the years we have added a lot more materials that were missing. I would not recommend the puzzle maps from MO- their particleboard maps are very delicate and they don't sell replacement pieces. It's worth investing in better quality maps from another company because these will be used a LOT by different age children throughout the years. There is a list somewhere on this blog (and maybe in the box.com files that has the progression of the materials the way they should be presented (roughly- depending on the child). There are many online albums that you can download with instructions on how to present. However, nothing beats going to actual Montessori training. If you can afford it, it is the ultimate best option. <br /><br />Good luck!Susannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03091714936994801010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-81662912322335474302013-03-12T15:50:15.701-04:002013-03-12T15:50:15.701-04:00great post. thanks!
i'm also homeschooling a...great post. thanks! <br /><br />i'm also homeschooling and i'm in bangkok. <br /><br />isabel, just wondering what materials you wound up purchasing? <br /><br />our situation allows us to get reimbursed for materials but i don't want to go overboard on the MO packages. <br /><br />beautifulsun, do you think package 1 is adequate? i have a newly 3yo and an almost 6 yo and have a few of the math materials already - 100 board, beads, numerical rods, pink tower, moveable alphabet, sandpaper numbers 0-9, cylinder block (part 2) but want to add more math and also geography, practical.<br /><br />any resources out there - free, on-line - you recommend that walks you through all of these materials and how to present them? <br /><br />what else do i need? advice greatly appreciated! feel like i need a consultation :)<br /><br />thanks!<br />katieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-10787385620323277832012-12-02T16:15:44.192-05:002012-12-02T16:15:44.192-05:00Thank you for this thorough post on the materials ...Thank you for this thorough post on the materials at MO. I am an "unschooler" teaching my children the montessori method at home. You are quite right, the price at MO can't really be beat and I only have 2 students so I am hoping the materials I purchase will hold up well. Cheers to you! I see your review is from a few years ago. I hope your school is doing well. My children are montessorians but we live in South Korea now and so I must teach them the method at home (cost & location prohibitive here). The budget was the biggest issue. This post helps me greatly!<br />V/r, <br />Isabel SchmittAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-86654876585541447662010-11-11T08:13:13.027-05:002010-11-11T08:13:13.027-05:00I just ordered for the first time from Montessori ...I just ordered for the first time from Montessori Outlet and do not recommend them. Compared to friends' materials, they are cheap and flimsy even though I paid more! The square of pythagoras was made out of cheap cardboard even though it costs $33.95. I could have made it myself for a few dollars out of thicker cardboard. The addition box is really tiny - it's 1/3 the size of a friend's addition box that she bought from a different discount company and is not made out of wood. They charge a restocking fee of 15% even though their quality stinks. I would avoid - I've had a much better experience with other companies. Don't let their advertising re: using Neinhaus templates fool you into ordering as it did me.MontessMomnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-5000257659799097312010-02-22T23:56:38.719-05:002010-02-22T23:56:38.719-05:00Just a follow up from our previous comment from Te...Just a follow up from our previous comment from Teacher (Montessori Early Learning Center).<br /><br />We did receive five replacement geometric cabinets from Montessori Outlet and five Map Stands.<br /><br />We have the same problems as before. The Geometric Cabinet drawers don't open, and the maps don't fit into the map cabinet.<br /><br />So, now we have ten non-working Geometric cabinets and ten map cabinets taking up valuable space in our school.<br /><br />We would not recommend buying from this company ever again. Just too dishonest with their way of doing business, and then selling a product that can make some schools close down due to their poor quality.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-72306603277047726672010-01-05T15:38:55.389-05:002010-01-05T15:38:55.389-05:00Where did you get your furniture?Where did you get your furniture?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-15381692765682867212009-11-26T04:15:58.879-05:002009-11-26T04:15:58.879-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.露出http://y.totemoiiyto.net/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-31509054540554458472009-11-06T04:11:57.632-05:002009-11-06T04:11:57.632-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.メールnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-85183555851886234162009-11-05T03:49:37.700-05:002009-11-05T03:49:37.700-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.1人Hhttp://xxx.sadellent.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-62061996673015954472009-11-04T06:25:26.909-05:002009-11-04T06:25:26.909-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.エロ漫画http://www.lzchildren.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-27065196778948923622009-10-22T19:06:04.166-04:002009-10-22T19:06:04.166-04:00I would like to warn other readers about using the...I would like to warn other readers about using the site <b> kidadvance.com</b> I ordered a set of gold bead material for my sister-in-law who is a homeschooler. When I went to instruct her on how to use it, I discovered that the hundred squares did not add up correctly to make a thousand cube! Nine hundreds corresponded to one thousand, and the remaining hundred was completely above the thousand cube. When I called to complain, the man who answered the phone was very rude, and demanded photo "proof," and assured me that all of their materials are of good quality; perhaps only my set was wrong. However, the site brags that they manufacture their own materials in China. I will definitely never order anything from this company again!Davidnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-88105663406681679792009-09-30T19:48:59.280-04:002009-09-30T19:48:59.280-04:00You are a true Montessorian, you are sharing so mu...You are a true Montessorian, you are sharing so much with the rest of the world, right down to the details! Thank you so much for this! <br /> I am starting my own classroom as well, and you have inspired me that much more! Take care, and success!chimarucunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-60000851281656537282009-09-24T10:52:53.490-04:002009-09-24T10:52:53.490-04:00I work in the South Carolina, and am in a School t...I work in the South Carolina, and am in a School that has purchased Thousands of $$$ (50,000 to be exact) worth of materials from Montessori Outlet, and I have to say that it was a BIG mistake.<br /><br />The materials have not even lasted six months: the maps came in warped and have never been replaced by the company.<br /><br />The pink tower/brown stairs/knobbed cylinders are light and hollow in weight.<br /><br />The customer service there is horrible-and don't answer our calls. Promised us replacements, which have never arrived. Perhaps they have been nicer to the owner of this blog because of her review and they know that so many people are looking at this blog.<br /><br />The school will be filing a complaint with the BBB and Consumer Affairs against Montessori Outlet, and there are others who have done the same.<br /><br />Again, nice review but I have to say that it is very misleading. The way of advertising their products is very deceptive, and unethical. <br /><br /><br /><br />Teacher (Montessori Early Learning Center)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-74174372905003121842009-09-17T06:16:21.658-04:002009-09-17T06:16:21.658-04:00Hi Susanne!
Thank you so much for your time and he...Hi Susanne!<br />Thank you so much for your time and help, unfortunately people like you are very rare. I too am opening a new Montessori school in Casablanca Morocco next year (the first in Morocco), and was hesitating what company to get the materials from...thanks to you the choice is clear!<br />Cheers!<br />AichaUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10263782166879921551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-46903875351467922982009-08-16T14:45:35.392-04:002009-08-16T14:45:35.392-04:00Hi Montessori Geek! :)
Congratulations on even sp...Hi Montessori Geek! :)<br /><br />Congratulations on even speculating to start your own school. Once you commit, things just start to align themselves to your purpose. <br /><br />I don't know how much of a resource I can be for you on your project- the laws here are quite different than in the US, but count me in! Feel free to email me through the school (www.montessoriaruba.com) and I'd be happy to contribute in any way I can.<br /><br />Best,<br /><br />SusanneSusannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03091714936994801010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-85866445701379556282009-08-14T20:52:50.285-04:002009-08-14T20:52:50.285-04:00Hello Beautiful Sun! I have just stumbled onto you...Hello Beautiful Sun! I have just stumbled onto your blog and I have only read a post or two and I am Hooked! I love the way you type (I am not much of a blogger...) and the things you write! Totally amazing! SO did you start you own school? is is in a house? <br />I am right now working on getting my own school started by August '10 and your list is SO HELPFUL! you have no idea (actually maybe you do! :)) I would love to stay in touch with you, would it be ok if I asked a few questions on how you got started?<br />Thanks<br />PaulineMontessori Geekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18423889122615689407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-43225687128496452512009-08-10T14:00:41.847-04:002009-08-10T14:00:41.847-04:00Hi Sharada!
The division board is layers of wood....Hi Sharada!<br /><br />The division board is layers of wood. I think plywood. <br /><br />I haven't gotten anything from Alison's yet, but remember considering it when I was first choosing a company for our materials.<br /><br />If you do end up purchasing something from them, let me know how it went!<br /><br />Warm regards,<br /><br />SusanneSusannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03091714936994801010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-53780372799642331612009-07-27T17:00:32.224-04:002009-07-27T17:00:32.224-04:00Susanne,
It is reassuring to have a teacher say th...Susanne,<br />It is reassuring to have a teacher say that presenting the lessons accurately is more important than the material itself. It matters a lot especially when we have to furnish a classroom with out-of-pocket funds. <br /><br />Did you have a chance to use the unit division board? I was wondering whether it is wooden or particle board.<br /><br />Have you ever purchased anything from Alison's Montessori? What was your experience?<br /><br />Regards,<br />SharadaSharadanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-6506098639427520512009-07-26T10:02:15.130-04:002009-07-26T10:02:15.130-04:00Hi Sharada!
I had a set of connected beads one ye...Hi Sharada!<br /><br />I had a set of connected beads one year and they worked fine. The children understood them. There are some advantages to connected beads... Lack of metal can be a good thing especially if you live by the ocean. Also, strung beads (on metal wire) tend to get warped eventually with use and abuse.<br /><br />The disadvantage I think is that they may not be as perfectly clear when presenting the concept of for example, 10 units makes 1 ten, as separate beads. They are less visually accurate. <br /><br />Color agreement is an important part of the way Montessori materials should be organized, but if you can't get them to agree, or if you have things a different color than what you know they are supposed to be and can't fix it, I think it's ok. As long as you present the lessons clearly you should be fine. My trainer said, if you have a material that is not perfect, it is better to present it to the child even with its imperfections, than not to present it. I go by that rule a lot, living in Aruba where I can't get my hands on a lot of things...<br /><br />If you are looking for a good price on bead material I would recommend the Montessori Outlet beads. I think they are super. They are beautiful and strong and round (which some of the Nienhuis ones are not!) and bright. I think they are a bargain for what you get.<br /><br /><br />Good luck, let me know if there is anything else I can help you with.<br /><br />Warm regards,<br /><br />SusanneSusannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03091714936994801010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-46774106081091275682009-07-25T12:09:30.254-04:002009-07-25T12:09:30.254-04:00Thanks for this very useful post.
What is your o...Thanks for this very useful post. <br /><br />What is your opinion on connected beads? I saw that Alison's has a bead material package for $160 but it has connected squares and cubes. I feel that the connected cubes may feel lighter due to the lack of metal. But I am not sure whether that is good or not.<br /><br />I am trying to order all my beads from one place for consistent colors. Would love to hear what you think about this. <br /><br />I was also wondering about the red stair (used in the negative subtraction snake game) for negative remainders? How is red a logical choice? Shouldn't all negatives in the Montessori material have some grey in them?<br /><br />Thanks,<br />SharadaSharadanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-40664923523112422602009-07-14T16:45:46.172-04:002009-07-14T16:45:46.172-04:00Another thank-you! I wish more people would do rev...Another thank-you! I wish more people would do reviews like this. Keep up the great work!Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17546576215206683858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-49898435386473408402009-07-13T01:22:36.142-04:002009-07-13T01:22:36.142-04:00Thanks for providing such a comprehensive list!Thanks for providing such a comprehensive list!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10906019871298704814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6430891427414273196.post-56210498447466359982009-07-11T19:28:32.819-04:002009-07-11T19:28:32.819-04:00I really appreciate the time you took to review th...I really appreciate the time you took to review this product. It's so helpful for people like me who are always looking for what companies to buy from!<br /><br />Thank you!Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03760637106879673105noreply@blogger.com