This document discusses visual strategies used in a Montessori classroom. It outlines some of the basic Montessori principles like using manipulatives, intrinsic motivation, and structured self-directed learning. It describes how a Montessori classroom is set up to be learner-sized, safe, orderly and inviting with low shelves, tables, rugs, limited decorations and lines/areas clearly delineated. The role of the teacher is to guide students and provide self-correcting materials so students can take responsibility for their own learning in an open and cooperative environment. The document connects these strategies to theories around visual and verbal expression in learning from sources on Montessori methods.