Nursery Foundation, Early Childhood: Literacy Skills (Module 9)

"Nursery Foundation, Early Childhood: Literacy Skills (Module 9)" is a 74-page specialized teacher training manual published by the Montessori Centre International (MCI) in London. This module outlines Dr. Maria Montessori's unique, phonics-based approach to language acquisition and communication in early years environments. It provides prescriptive instruction on presenting language-specific didactic materials designed to cultivate reading readiness and pre-writing strength—including the Sandpaper Letters, the Large Moveable Alphabet, metal insets, and various language nomenclature cards. The manual bridges phonemic awareness with tactile learning, offering a comprehensive framework for educators looking to guide young learners seamlessly from oral language into creative writing and interpretive reading.