There’s an App for That
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...
Embracing the Future
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...
Advice from Montessori Family Alliance Friends
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...
10 Benefits of Montessori
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...
30 Gifts for 30 Years of 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...
The Magic of Reading Together
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,...
Physical Wellness: Part 3 – Physical Wellness: The Activities We Do with Nicolas Lepine
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...
Physical Wellness: Part 2 – The Sleep We Need
“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 aspect of...
Physical Wellness Part 1: The Food We Eat What’s in Your Pantry
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 diets.
Benefits of Having a Book Study Group for Parents at Your School: fun, easy, and a great way to build community with Sherria VanSparrentak
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...
Practical Life for Older Students At Home and At School
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...
Whatever It Takes! Keeping Your Children in Montessori through High School Graduation
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 us for this story...