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by Sean Cann | Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Family Life, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
The home of everything Montessori is now only one click away. Have you ever found yourself trying to schedule a doctor’s appointment and wondering when that field trip is scheduled so you don’t schedule them on the same day? Or trying to respond to a...
by Jennie Caskey | Entrepreneurship, Family Resources, Language, MFA, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
It is vital that educators prepare students not for the world we grew up in, nor even the world as it appears today; rather, we need to prepare for a world that does not yet exist and which we cannot possibly predict. With that in mind, I’m sure I’m not the...
by Montessori Family Alliance Team | Family Resources, MFA, Mixed Ages, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
Reaching out to a friend who has children a bit older than yours can be a very comfortable way to get advice about your own parenting. When you are a part of the Montessori Family Alliance, the people to reach out to have very helpful pieces of advice. Christine Lowry...
by The Montessori Foundation Staff | Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Education, Montessori students, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
If no one has asked you how Montessori will benefit your child, or will Montessori benefit your child, they have probably thought of it. In fact, you may have asked yourself the very same question. Why choose an education that is an alternative to traditional...
by Montessori Family Alliance Team | Family Resources, MFA, Mixed Ages, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
1. Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown 2. The Mitten by Jan Brett 3. The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle 4. Barnyard Dance by Sandra Boynton 5. Legos™ 6. Wooden Blocks 7. If You Give a Moose a Muffin by Laura Numeroff 8. Alexander and the...
by Montessori Family Alliance Team | Family Resources, Language, Language & Reading, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Reading, Video, Webinars / MFA
Summertime is a great time for children and families to get out a good book and enjoy reading. Whether you read under the shade of a tree in the yard or in a cozy chair at home or during travel time by car, train, or plane, or maybe at your local library or bookstore,...
by Nicolas Lepine | Family Resources, Health / Nutrition, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Video, Webinars / MFA
Parents, caregivers, and guardians who are interested in how physical activity at home and at school affects children’s overall health and ability to learn won’t want to miss this webinar with Nicolas Lepine. Everyone agrees physical activity is one of the...
by Lorna McGrath | Family Resources, Health / Nutrition, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Video, Webinars / MFA
“Wynken, Blynken, and Nod” is an American poem and children’s song dating back to the late 19th century. It’s a lovely bedtime story. How many of us would like a beautiful bedtime story or lullaby to send us off to sleep? No doubt sleep is an important...
by Margot Garfield-Anderson | Family Resources, Health / Nutrition, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Video, Webinars / MFA
What’s in your pantry? Margot will help us take a closer look at our eating choices for ourselves and our children. As we jump into Spring, Margot will offer ideas for adding new life to our...
by Sherria VanSparrentak | Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Video, Webinars / MFA
Sometimes parenting, especially parenting the Montessori way, can seem very lonely. A huge benefit of having a Book Study Group at your school is the bond that forms among the parents and at Montessori schools around the world! Join Sherria VanSparrentak to hear her...
by Tammy Willen | Early Adolescence (12-15), Family Resources, Later Adolescence (15-18), MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Practical Life, Video, Webinars / MFA
For many people when they hear the words practical life and Montessori, they immediately picture little children bustling around a classroom or their home with an apron on, a broom or dustpan in their hands, and a joyful concentration sweeping up a mess. And that...
by Larry Schanker PH.D | Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Re-enrollment, Video, Webinars / MFA
When you really believe in something, you’ll do whatever it takes to make it happen – especially for your kids. Larry Schanker & Laru Chapman will share with you why and how they chose Montessori for their children’s educational experience. Join...
by Montessori Family Alliance Team | Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA
Participating in celebrations outside of our own culture, from those that are well known like the Lunar New Year to eating traditional foods at home, is an enriching way to learn about people around the world. This often takes place in Montessori classrooms as part of...
by Montessori Family Alliance Team | Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA
When inventing the light bulb Thomas Edison once said, “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” How do we help our children recognize that failure is how we learn? How do we nurture an attitude of curiosity, enjoyment, and...
by Montessori Family Alliance Team | Book Reviews, Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Education, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA
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by Montessori Family Alliance Team | Emotionally Healthy Children, Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Education, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA
It’s Valentine’s Day! We know that we love our children. How can we be sure that they know we love...
by Lakshmi Ramshankar | Family Resources, MFA, Mixed Ages, Montessori Education, Montessori Parenting, TC February 2023
Every child deserves an environment conducive to learning, irrespective of their social status or learning difference. A quality environment exists only when there is effective collaboration with parents. Some parents may come to us with concerns regarding challenges...
by Cheryl Allen | Family Resources, MFA, Mixed Ages, Montessori Education, Montessori Parenting, TC February 2023
1. The Montessori Guides: Montessori guides develop an uncanny ability to connect with each student. They are problem solvers, coaches, and guides. They do so much more the just present lessons. 2. The Three-Year Cycle: The three-year cycle strengthens connection and...
