How Maria Montessori describes the role of a Montessorian “A special technique is necessary to the teacher who is to lead the child along such a path of discipline, if she is to make it possible for him to continue…
Montessori Principles That Nurture A Child’s Natural Curiosity Of The Planet And Their Place Within It
Maria Montessori was an iconic doctor and educator who created the Montessori pedagogy we know today. She based the Montessori way of schooling on a few fundamental principles; a child’s innate need to become independent and self-sufficient, the needs of…
Contributions of the African American Community to Montessori Education
Every February in the United States, as well as countries around the world, we take time to recognize and honor the contributions of the African American Community. Black History Month was first celebrated in the US in 1970. A small…
The Importance of Sleep and Your Child
The Importance of Sleep and Your Child As caregivers, we all want the best for our children. We want them to be physically healthy. We want them to thrive, cognitively. We want them to feel emotionally safe and stable. There…
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Maria Montessori
When we think of March, we may think of the start of spring, long awaited warmer temperatures, and maybe even the color green. Another important occasion that occurs during the month of March is the recognition of Women's History Month.…
The Montessori Method and Stages of Development
Imagine that you are looking through the lens of camera at an expansive horizon. In the foreground, you see a sprawling forest with thousands of trees and bushes. Beyond the trees, rolling hills meet a bright turquoise skyline dotted with…
How Is a Montessori Preschool Different from a Traditional Preschool?
Choosing the right preschool for your child a can be a big job. There are many factors to consider. Full day or half day? Five days a week or three days a week? Health and safety guidelines? A traditional preschool…
What are sensitive periods in Montessori and how do they they affect child development?
Stages of early childhood development You might have noticed your child between the ages of 1-3 get extremely frustrated when things happen slightly out of order to them. This could look like finishing diapering and wanting to flush the toilet…