{"tema_id":"38","string":"Concrete to abstract","created":"2023-10-10 18:46:33","code":null,"notes":[{"@type":"Scope note (definition)","@lang":"en-US","@value":"The principle of moving from concrete to abstract assures that children build a solid foundation of understanding before progressing to more complex abstraction. Montessori materials are designed to provide hands-on, tangible experiences that allow children to physically manipulate objects before internalizing abstract ideas. For example, children first use number rods and bead chains to explore mathematical concepts before moving on to abstract calculations on paper. Source: [Montessori Glossary Community Project] Bray, P. M., Cairdeas, B. A., and Dijk, R. (Eds.). (2026, Winter). Montessori Glossary Community Project. https:\/\/vocabulary.montessoriglossary.org (Retrieved [Month Day, Year]) https:\/\/www.montessoriglossary.org"}]}