Last Saturday, we had our first Parent Education workshop of the year. Our theme was Independence. We’d like to go deeper into what we mean when we say “independence,” as well as discussing some of the ways we can work together to help children develop independence at home in their first six years. In Montessori philosophy, […]
When entering the Montessori classroom, you instantly feel a sense of order and calm. Everything has its purpose and its place. To a newcomer, like myself, the Montessori classroom presents a sense of foreign familiarity: I do not understand how the materials work, but I can explain the concepts they teach. With the teachers’ help […]
We are honored to Spotlight Dr. Joyce Pickering, President of American Montessori Society. Dr. Pickering is a pioneer, an advocate, a dedicated Montessorian with a passion for children and for Following the Child. In her own words, read her story here. I was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and grew up in Shreveport. I attended […]
One of the most magical things about Montessori, one of the ways the genius of Montessori is revealed, is in the repetition and building of materials and skills. When a child moves from a mastered material to the next one in a series, the change is small, manageable, incremental. This both highlights the change, as […]
Dear Parents, The year is getting underway, and the children are finding their groove. Many new materials are being introduced. Familiar materials are mastered. Children are finding their new place and role in the classroom. And we have the privilege of watching it all unfold. We are so honored you trust us with your child. […]