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Stages of Development Series: Adolescence 12-18 years old

Stages of Development Series: Adolescence 12-18 years old

March 17, 2025
Explore the transformative adolescent years (ages 12-18) through a Montessori lens, fostering independence, social growth, and meaningful contributions to society.
Stages of Development Series: Elementary Years 6-12 years old

Stages of Development Series: Elementary Years 6-12 years old

March 10, 2025
Discover the key traits of childhood development (ages 6-12) and how Montessori education nurtures reasoning, independence, and social growth in this crucial stage.
Stages of Development Series: Infancy and Primary Years 0-6 years old

Stages of Development Series: Infancy and Primary Years 0-6 years old

March 3, 2025
Discover how Montessori education nurtures children's growth from birth to six years old, fostering independence, exploration, and language development.
Mathematical Foundations

Mathematical Foundations

February 24, 2025
Unlock your child's mathematical potential! Discover how Montessori nurtures a deep understanding of math through hands-on exploration and joyful learning.
Who Owns the Problem?

Who Owns the Problem?

February 17, 2025
Empower kids to solve their own problems! Learn how to help children take ownership, build responsibility, and grow into capable individuals.
An Explosion in Language Development

An Explosion in Language Development

February 10, 2025
Explore the Montessori "explosion" into language! From spoken words to writing and reading, discover how children develop skills with joy and purpose.
The Three R’s of Recovery: A Positive Discipline Approach to Mistakes

The Three R’s of Recovery: A Positive Discipline Approach to Mistakes

February 3, 2025
Tired of empty "I'm sorry" apologies? Discover the "Three R's of Recovery" from Positive Discipline to foster meaningful amends and stronger connections.
A young boy is sitting at a table playing with a piece of wood.

Why do Montessori Classrooms Have Long, Uninterrupted Work Periods?

January 27, 2025
Explore the benefits of Montessori's uninterrupted work periods, fostering focus, deep learning, intrinsic motivation, and lifelong skills in children.
A wooden table with two stainless steel sinks and a picture of hands on it.

Montessori Explained: Handwashing as a Learning Activity

January 20, 2025
Learn why Montessori hand-washing stations foster fine motor skills, sequencing, and self-construction, supporting children’s love for purposeful work.
Two little girls are hugging each other while sitting on a bench.

Supporting Children's Social Lives

January 13, 2025
Support your child’s social growth by listening, encouraging problem-solving, and fostering resilience while avoiding over-involvement in their challenges.
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