Buzz
Implementing early childhood education methods for newborns brings numerous tangible benefits for their future development. In this article, we introduce mothers to the top 7 highly effective early childhood education methods for advanced newborns.
Shichida – Early Childhood Education Method for Newborns
The early childhood education method named Shichida originates from Japan. This method was developed in the 1960s by Professor Makoto Shichida (born in 1929 and passed away in 2009).
Early education through the Shichida method is applied to children aged 0 to 6, with the optimal period being from 0 to 3 years old. Children exposed to this educational method will develop cognition in both brain hemispheres. They will enhance sensory perception, including auditory, olfactory, visual, tactile, and gustatory senses through:
- Music appreciation.
- Use illustrated images, Flashcards.
- Differentiate shapes.
- Recognize colors, sizes.
- Finger dexterity training.
To effectively implement the Shichida education method, besides patience and practicing lessons, supplementing nutrition for children is also an important factor in providing the best nutrients for development.
Early childhood education with Montessori method
This is a method developed by Maria Montessori - an educator, scientist, and doctor. She researched this method based on her work experience. Maria Montessori was born in 1870 and passed away in 1952.
The characteristic of the Montessori early childhood education method is accepting each child as unique, thereby helping the child to develop individually, according to their own will. When teaching children with this method, parents must accept the child's individuality. Applying the Montessori method to newborns helps them to be fully prepared to 'ready' for a new life.
For the Montessori method, parents are the child's first teachers in life, helping them learn everything through:
- The child's living and activity environment;
- Interesting natural scenery and real-life experiences;
- Independent sleep;
- Clothing usage;
- Eating habits, diaper changing...
This helps the child move freely, feel communication, and respect. Additionally, the child will also feel love and care...
Early childhood education method for newborns - Glenn Doman
Glenn Doman is an early education method founded by a professor in physical therapy - Glenn Doman (1919 - 2013). Glenn Doman has many outstanding achievements in nurturing and developing children.
Starting early with the Glenn Doman method stimulates a child's brain development, enhancing intelligence and sharpness. In this approach, parents use Dot cards and Flashcards to help children recognize and think through play and entertainment in a relaxed manner. Glenn Doman has become one of the early childhood education methods that strengthens the bond between children and parents.
Stem Education Method
This is a modern education method thanks to integration with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Therefore, to use the Stem method to educate children, parents must help them increase creativity, thinking ability; help children explore through meaningful lessons.
STEAM method in preschool education helps children develop the ability to solve real-life situations. Additionally, learning this method early on, children will work better in teams, be more patient, and perseverant.
RIE Education Method
Choosing the RIE education method helps children gain confidence and positivity. Additionally, they develop independence from a young age. Implementing the RIE method is simple, only through daily activities and childcare.
Using the RIE method to educate children involves: loving and supporting them at the right time, creating a free environment for their development and reacting to new situations outside. Mastering the RIE method helps children have rich cognition, quick reactions, strong physical and mental health. To achieve this result, parents will be supportive but should not overly shelter their children.
Steiner Education
Steiner education is applied even in the early years of a child's life. This method follows the philosophy of “Education from the heart”. Education delves into 03 aspects of the child, namely: Thinking – Emotions – Will.
Children will develop these 03 aspects through experiential activities with life and the environment. This educational approach helps each child grow up sociable, cheerful, confident, and fond of exploration. Additionally, they will easily overcome negative emotions in life thanks to strong willpower and resilience.
Reggio Emilia Method
Reggio Emilia is an open environment education method that allows children to explore freely. This method can be applied from birth, but the best age for children to absorb it is from 2 to 6 years old.
Implementing the Reggio Emilia method helps children develop naturally, refine skills, enhance thinking ability, creativity, observation skills,… As a result, children will know how to actively solve situations, be more confident, and dynamic.
Developing skills and thinking for children according to the Reggio Emilia method from moments of play, learning such as writing, drawing, playing skill-based games,… Through these activities, the bond between the child and parents, teachers, friends, etc., will increase.
We have just introduced the top 7 early childhood education methods for infants. These are excellent early childhood education methods that many advanced countries in the world apply to children from the early stages of development. Mothers should choose the appropriate method, research carefully before applying.
- French Moms - The 'master' of teaching children independence
- What do children need to learn by age 3?
- How should mothers deal with their child's terrible twos?
