Simple Ways to Foster Independence, Order, and Confidence. Entryway / Mudroom † Low hooks for coats, hats, and bags † Small bench or chair for putting on/taking off shoes † Basket or shelf for shoes † Mirror at child’s height for last checks before heading out †...

Creating Simple Spaces for Growth   When visitors step into a Montessori classroom for the first time, they’re often struck by its beauty, calm, and sense of order. The environment feels inviting, child-centered, and purposeful. Children move confidently,...

A Seed Planted with Purpose In a modest apartment in Sydney, Australia, surrounded by handwritten notes and books on education, Montessori teacher, Montessori Australia Ambassador, author, TEDx speaker, and co-founder of Upschool, Gavin McCormack, sat down with one...

Global Babies by Global Fund for Children A sturdy, multicultural board book featuring photographs of babies worldwide. Reflects real-world diversity and fosters early connection. All the World by Liz Garton Scanlon & Marla Frazee A lyrical celebration of...

New to Montessori WE ARE NEW TO THE MONTESSORI PHILOSOPHY AND WANT TO MAKE THE MOST OF IT IN OUR FAMILY AND OUR CHILDREN’S LIVES. WE HAVE COME TO THIS A BIT LATE, AS WE JUST MOVED TO AN AREA WITH A MONTESSORI SCHOOL. WE HAVE ENROLLED BOTH OF OUR CHILDREN AND ARE...

by Jennifer Chen Watching my son Jack transition from a wobbly 15-month-old to a confident six-year-old reader has been one of the most incredible journeys of my parenting life. When people ask me about Montessori, I always tell them: It's not just about the materials...

Building Independence Through Daily Routines Montessori education, every experience—no matter how small—is an opportunity to build independence, responsibility, and confidence. That includes the daily tasks we might otherwise rush through, like getting dressed,...

by Tim Seldin, President, The Montessori Foundation In today’s world, screens are everywhere—smartphones, tablets, televisions, laptops—filling our homes, workplaces, and even classrooms. For parents trying to raise children in alignment with Montessori principles,...

by Maria Rodriguez After more than twenty years as a Montessori guide, I’ve witnessed countless aha moments when parents finally understand why we structure our classrooms the way we do. Just last week, a parent asked me, “Why is my five-year-old in the same room as...

Innovations & Timeless Traditions for 2025-2026 Every September brings a familiar energy to Montessori classrooms: new faces, new lessons, and new opportunities to explore the world. As the 2025-2026 school year begins, parents may wonder—what’s changing in...