Learn shapes the Montessori way! Based on the proven Montessori teaching method, Montessori: Shape Work introduces young readers to shapes by identifying shapes by category (triangles, rounds, parallelograms, and polygons) and associated objects.
Each shape is die-cut for readers to trace with their fingers and illustrated by Alyssa Nassner with a familiar object for relevancy.
Written by Bobby and June George, founders of the Baan Dek Montessori School, the Montessori series introduces young readers to key concepts by beginning with the concrete and moving to the abstract. With each book, young readers absorb age-appropriate information and gain a better understanding of the world around them.
The Abrams Montessori series:
Letter Work
Number Work
Shape Work
Map Work
Planet Work
Seed Work
Bobby George is an educator, entrepreneur, and lifelong student with a PhD in philosophy. Together with June George, he founded Baan Dek Montessori, the first Montessori school in South Dakota. The Georges are the creators of the bestselling Abrams Montessori series, which introduces foundational concepts through hands-on, child-centered learning inspired by Montessori principles. They live in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
June George is a Montessori educator and cofounder of Baan Dek Montessori, the first Montessori school in South Dakota. Alongside Bobby George, she has helped bring Montessori methods to families through the acclaimed Abrams Montessori series, creating engaging books that encourage curiosity, independence, and early learning. She lives in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Alyssa Nassner is an illustrator and hand letterer based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her bright, approachable artwork appears throughout the Abrams Montessori series. Her illustrations combine playful design with educational clarity, helping young learners engage with foundational concepts in memorable ways.