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by Sarah Moudry | MFA, TC December 2023
Help your child develop independence in caring for self and their environment. Age: When walking Materials: Water Jug Grate Water Dispenser Water Dispenser and Stand Low Stool Bin Sink Grate Plastic Tub Small Rug 3 oz. Pitcher Preparation: Place the rug on the floor...
by The Montessori Foundation Staff | MFA, TC December 2023
I started noticing that my son’s backpack was full of what I considered trash: broken rubber bands; the inner ring from a roll of tape; and bits of string. I asked him what they were for, and he just said that he needed them. I cleaned out any insect-attracting items,...
by Cathie Perolman | Dear Cathie, MFA, TC December 2023
DEAR CATHIE— WE ARE THINKING ABOUT THE UPCOMING HOLIDAYS AND HOW AND WHEN TO BRING OUR CHILD INTO OUR FAMILY’S TRADITIONS. SOMETIMES, IT FEELS TOTALLY OVERWHELMING, AND MAYBE IT IS JUST TOO SOON TO THINK ABOUT IT AT ALL. WHEN IS THE RIGHT TIME TO BEGIN, AND WHAT KINDS...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, TC December 2023
Babies Build Toddlers Written by Mariana Bissonnette Illustrated by Alishs Nicole Brumfield, Brenda Brambila, Esma Bošnjaković, Samantha Morales-Johnson, Sophia Marie Pappas, Tracy Nishimura Bishop, and Chie Ushio During the years that I have been studying the...
by Matt Levin | MFA, TC December 2023
“We shall walk together on this path of life, for all things are part of the universe and are connected with each other to form one whole unity.” — Maria Montessori, To Educate the Human Potential One of my first experiences in Montessori pre-school was...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Tomorrow's Child
A Spider Named Itsy Written by Steve Light This book brings new light to the children’s song about an itsy-bitsy spider! The illustrations are action packed, the spider is persistent, and in the process Itsy not only builds a new house but makes new friends as well....
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Tomorrow's Child
I Am Enough Written by Grace Byers, Illustrated by Keturah A. Bobo I am enough. What does that mean? Enough what? The author, Grace Byers, describes in rhyme what she means by the title. Young children love rhyming, and they will love the rhythm of the words in this...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Tomorrow's Child
Back to Work After Baby: How to Plan and Navigate a Mindful Return from Maternity Leave Written by Lori K. Mihalich-Levin, JD Let’s face it, the vast majority of parents have (or want) to go back to work sooner or later and it’s really difficult to find a guide for...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Tomorrow's Child
We Gather Together: Celebrating the Harvest Season Written by Wendy Pfeffer, Illustrated by Linda Bleck Wendy Pfeffer is one of my favorite children’s book writers. As usual, I really appreciate how she not only tells interesting stories but also helps children learn...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Tomorrow's Child
Every Autumn Comes the Bear Written by Jim Arnosky This is a beautifully written and illustrated book by Jim Arnosky. It is a story of autumn and wildlife in the wilderness, as a bear gets ready for winter hibernation. It is perfect for setting the stage for more...
by Lorna McGrath | MFA, TC September 2023
Dear Montessori Family Alliance Members, The Montessori Family Alliance is an integral program of the Montessori Foundation, bringing you a variety of parenting tools. We appreciate your continuing support, ideas, and involvement in creating Montessori-inspired family...
by Alanea Williams | MFA, Montessori Family Life, TC September 2023
INSIDE A MONTESSORI INFANT CLASSROOM 0-3 YEARS Some Montessori schools are fortunate to have the physical space and community to offer an infant program. This is a fantastic opportunity for families, as parents return to work when their maternity/parental leave is...
by Kath Kvols | MFA, TC September 2023
ASK QUESTIONS THAT HELP YOUR CHILD SELF-REFLECT. “Did you do your homework?” “Did you do your chores?” These questions often fall on deaf ears or, at best, lend themselves to dismissive answers, idle promises, and, at worst, disrespectful retorts. Four very important...
by Margot Garfield-Anderson | MFA, TC September 2023
(How to Keep Your Four Granddaughters Occupied and off Their Phones) My husband and I recently painted our kitchen. Many different shades of green were tried on various walls until we settled on the perfect shade. However, we were left with four different sample...
by Alex Gallen | Grace and Courtesy, Infant-Toddler (0 to 3), MFA, TC September 2023
RIGHT FROM THE START (0-3 YEARS) by Alex Gallen “It is the child who absorbs material from the world about him; he who molds it into the man of the future.” Maria Montessori, The Absorbent Mind. As a new parent shopping for preschools, you may wonder why you should...
by The Montessori Foundation Staff | MFA, TC September 2023
by Friends of the Montessori Family Alliance A MONTESSORI MOM’S GUIDE Hello fellow Montessori parents, I’m Sarah, a seasoned Montessori mom. As parents, we’ve experienced the joy, curiosity, and sometimes even a bit of confusion that comes with the...
by 3 Mariposas Montessori Cabarete | MFA, TC September 2023
3 Mariposas Montessori Cabarete, Dominican Republic There is no need for words, is there? The pictures below tell you exactly how our students felt about the beginning of the 3 Mariposas Montessori Summer Program in Cab arete, Dominican Republic, this summer. For more...
by Allison Gerlach | MFA, TC September 2023
Editor’s Note: Although Montessori’s Nido program is not offered at all Montessori schools, it is specially designed for infants. Relationships, collaboration, and community are pillars of Montessori Nido programs. As an infant guide, I know that secure attachment...
