Guide to Being a Montessori Parent Most parents understand basic Montessori philosophy but may be unsure how to implement those ideas into their own household. Fortunately, Montessori parenting is easy to incorporate and practice regularly. 1. Respect Your Child “Never help a child with a task at which he feels he can succeed.” So said…
Maria Montessori said, “Play is the work of the child.” When children are allowed to explore their world through meaningful activities, they can learn an unfathomable amount about their world. In a prepared environment, such as a Montessori classroom, children can both experience and play at the same time. That results in satisfaction, because the…
There are many facets of a Montessori education that are easily recognizable, such as the carefully prepared environment and spotless organization. Yet one of the pillars of a Montessori education often goes understated within the classroom. Though it is extremely pivotal, Grace and Courtesy is a much more subtle lesson on which all others are…
Sharing is a social skill that takes time to master, which means that toddlers and younger children might have difficulties grasping the concept. Young minds are curious and insatiable; they don’t want someone intruding on their exploration of the world, especially when they are immensely happy with what they’re doing. In other words, a young…
Between 18 months and 21 months, babies develop at an astoundingly fast pace. You might not realize it immediately, but this period is when your child truly starts to explore the world. They learn what it means to be independent, and they want to do things by themselves. Your baby is going to want to…
With all the magic that happens in a Montessori classroom, you might wonder what kind of person it takes to become a Montessori teacher. Montessori teachers of today are trained to be guides, innovators, and role models for young minds, giving them a special role in your child’s development. Here are 4 things Montessori teachers…
You may be considering putting your child into a Montessori kindergarten program or taking them out of one they are already enrolled in. There are many advantages to putting your child into a public or charter school, while the benefits of a Montessori education may be less obvious upon first glance. That is why we…
With many childcare and education options popping up these days, it may be difficult for you, as a parent or guardian, to choose the ideal environment for your child. Many parents automatically select a traditional school, since it is familiar and, oftentimes, free. However, Montessori schools have become more and more popular, showing that something…
Kids have a special gift that we call “curiosity.” Do you remember when you were young and everything you saw sparked a question or some sense of wonderment? Then, as you grew older, that curiosity started to disappear. This can happen for a number of reasons, but it may have been that your love of…
A Montessori classroom is an excellent place for children to grow and learn. They develop skills that carry over to the real world, all the while expressing themselves uniquely. Yet, bringing the essence of such a classroom into your home comes with a bunch of questions. If you want to support the work your child…