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Why do Montessori Classrooms Have Long, Uninterrupted Work Periods?
January 20, 2025
Explore the benefits of Montessori's uninterrupted work periods, fostering focus, deep learning, intrinsic motivation, and lifelong skills in children.
A room with a lot of shelves and a plant in the foreground.
December 30, 2024
Learn key Montessori terms like grace and courtesy, human tendencies, prepared environment, and sensitive periods, which foster holistic child development.
A woman is kneeling down next to a little girl sitting on a bench in front of a window.
December 23, 2024
In Montessori, discipline is about understanding misbehavior as communication of unmet needs, addressed with empathy and proactive support.
A woman and a child are making christmas cookies in a kitchen.
December 16, 2024
Involve children in holiday preparations to build life skills, independence, and joy with simple, hands-on activities that promote calm and cooperation.
Materials Spotlight: The History Question Charts
August 26, 2024
Montessori History Question Charts spark exploration & research, guiding children in learning about civilizations through engaging, organized questions.
A Healthy Relationship with Work
August 19, 2024
Explore how Montessori values work for child development, highlighting the differences between adult and child work & the importance of self-construction.
Back to School in Five Steps
August 12, 2024
Get tips on preparing your child for school: mealtime independence, dressing skills, goodbye routines, schedule adjustments, and important check-ins.
Why Try? The Impact of Screen Time
August 5, 2024
Parenting is tough, & tech is tempting. But screen time can harm development. Reduce it with communication and community support for a healthier childhood.
The Absorbent Mind
September 25, 2023
Dr. Montessori realized that children’s minds operate in a fundamentally different way. Children under six are absorbing everything in their environment.
Moving Away from How Was Your Day?
September 18, 2023
It can be hard for children to talk about their experiences at school. If we shift our approach, we can often get more insight into our children’s day.
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