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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.
Montessori Explained: Handwashing as a Learning Activity
January 13, 2025
Learn why Montessori hand-washing stations foster fine motor skills, sequencing, and self-construction, supporting children’s love for purposeful work.
Supporting Children's Social Lives
January 6, 2025
Support your child’s social growth by listening, encouraging problem-solving, and fostering resilience while avoiding over-involvement in their challenges.
Our Montessori Dictionary
December 30, 2024
Learn key Montessori terms like grace and courtesy, human tendencies, prepared environment, and sensitive periods, which foster holistic child development.
What Do We Do About Discipline?
December 23, 2024
In Montessori, discipline is about understanding misbehavior as communication of unmet needs, addressed with empathy and proactive support.
A Sprinkling of Holiday Ideas
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 Wooden Hierarchical Material
December 9, 2024
Discover how the Wooden Hierarchical Material in Montessori classrooms builds a deep understanding of numbers and place value through hands-on exploration.
Our Montessori Bookshelf: Life on Earth
December 2, 2024
Explore our recommended books that engage children in the wonders of evolution, Earth's history, and prehistoric life, fueling curiosity and deep learning.
Gratitude: Why We Celebrate the Unsung Heroes
November 25, 2024
As elementary children admire heroes, Montessori uses this to inspire leadership, cooperation, and appreciation for both known and unknown heroes.
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