Part of being part of a community is participating in the daily routines to care for our surroundings. In Montessori, we provide numerous ways for…
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Independence: The Significance of Food
Throughout history, human survival has depended upon finding, preparing, and consuming different kinds of food. It is certainly understandable why food is a central part…
Roles & Goals: The Montessori Guide
Our society knows teachers. Teachers give information. Teachers provide an education. Teachers instruct. In a Montessori classroom, however, the role of the adult is rather…
Time for Togetherness
During the holiday season, we can unintentionally become a bit edgy or stressed. Routines change. We might travel or have out-of-town guests. While our children…
Power & Potential: The Sensitive Periods
Have you ever noticed how sensitive young children can be to changes in routine? Even the slightest schedule adjustment can throw things off. On the…
Shifting from “Stuff” to the Spirit of the Season
All too often the holiday season becomes about “stuff”–presents, decorations, more presents. How do we wean our children away from their focus on getting gifts…