The Missing Link: From Math Materials
to Mathematical Thinking
Thursday, July 2, 2026
11:00am - 5:00pm ET
“It is a fact that most of the children in our Montessori Schools do achieve great enthusiasm in doing mathematics. It is the preparation of their minds which enables them to derive this pleasure.“
- Dr. Maria Montessori
Deepen your students’ understanding of math concepts
Join us for an immersive workshop designed to explore the missing link in Montessori math education—helping students develop mathematical thinking alongside math skills. As students move from concrete to abstract, what is the bridge to support a strong understanding of what the materials are showing them? Whether you're new to Montessori or looking to refine your approach, this session will equip you with the tools, strategies, and confidence to deepen your students' understanding and transfer of mathematical concepts.
Ready-to-use strategies for supporting and bridging concrete to abstract math work.
What You'll Learn:
Through a mix of discussion, practical activities, and collaborative planning, you will:
Understand the alignment between Montessori math materials and curriculum standards, and how they bridge the gap between concrete learning and abstract thinking.
Support numeracy development, focusing on judgment and reasoning—not just procedure—through intentional use of materials and guided reflection.
Use key Montessori materials to support the transition from concrete manipulation to abstract concepts and mathematical reasoning.
Cultivate deeper thinking in students and learn how to foster math fluency that strengthens future mathematical success.
By the end of this workshop, you’ll walk away with:
Ready-to-use strategies for supporting and bridging concrete to abstract math work.
A personalized action plan for implementing mathematical thinking in your classroom.
Join us for a full day of exploration and reflection—empowering you to bring meaning, judgment, and reasoning into your Montessori math lessons that will result in stronger student outcomes in math.
The Missing Link: From Math Materials
to Mathematical Thinking
Thursday, July 2, 2026
11:00am - 5:00pm ET
Cost: $175