Former head of elite $50k/yr. Sage Hill high school talks education & parenting

One child is "too independent," the other has "high anxiety." What to do? Clip from a parent Q&A at live event..

What does Montessori say of fantasy — good, bad, horrible?

Meet one of the most experienced Montessorians alive today..

Good, bad, in the middle, maybe even horrible … 😬

“I always thought I’d send my kids to public school… But I’m probably not going to do that now.”

Taking on critical questions & feedback about Montessori, education, and more

“The Montessori child is a constructor, not a consumer … he’s not waiting to be told things.”

‘Unwavering confidence’? The child who decided to go shopping ALONE

A deep dive into what learning is all about in Montessori school

Maria Montessori talks about her Montessori schools: play vs. work, mixed ages, freedom and discipline — and more.

A popular TV personality talked trash about Montessori. I decided to answer his complaints.

What to do with children when things seem out of control.

A “discovery” that lies at the foundation of Montessori

Wisdom from a woman with 60+ years in Montessori | for parents & teachers

Two examples of when things didn’t go so well with children, and one when they did. (And a secret.)

Montessori infants, Montessori babies, Montessori toddlers | “[This] is the foundation of who we are as an adult.”

The joy of learning math in Montessori

Montessori academics with 50-year-veteran Mary Ellen Maunz

Knowledge is power and a fear alleviator.

Montessori in middle school and high school?

How do we correct children? Maria Montessori has an answer.

Meet Marcus ‘Big Herc’ Timmons, armed robber turned upright mentor

A disorganized girl, and how she became organized

Follow the mother.

Let’s all chill and enjoy this holiday season with the children in our lives..

A conversation with The Great Courses presenter Philip Daileader

You ever get annoyed at a child?

“[Normalization] is the most important single result of our whole work.” Maria Montessori

“We must open our eyes.” Maria Montessori | a look into a fascinating material in the Montessori classroom

“Before I had my own children I was always saying, ‘I will never do that!’ … But of course life plans it a different way.” Lucie Tamasova

Have you ever pushed your beliefs on children? I definitely have..

Have you felt this kind of humiliation?

A mom & dad share how they “half ass” Montessori at home

It’s time for a shift in our values.

“I had this goal: I wanted my kids to be independent.” Esther Wojcicki, star teacher and mom of three girls: the CEO of YouTube, the CEO/Cofounder of 23andMe, and a professor

Famous Montessori children and supporters

The talented and sweet-hearted Sanford Jones shares his 50+ years of musical experience with children

Giving children and students a bit more space to be independent

50-year-veteran teacher Debby Thompson shares her insights into Montessori elementary

“Look at the child.” Maria Montessori

Toddler boundaries with Claudia Alvarez, Montessori guide of 25+ years

A conversation with father-of-two Troy Rivas about exploring nature, parenting with purpose, expressing our emotions around children, gaining from Montessori and more

A peek into Maria Montessori’s silly side 🤗

What does the research say about Montessori school?

“Within the child lies the fate of the future.” Maria Montessori

What are Montessori materials? A conversation with AMI’s Director of Pedagogy

Letting children have their own little adventures | #parenting #teaching #growing

“You are saving our sanity … even our marriages!” Micro-school mom

How to get your child to listen, by choice

“In these Montessori classrooms, their souls are rejoicing.” Ruchira Fernando

Listen in to a discussion with a Montessori parent, teacher, and trainer of teachers.

3 ways to lessen the stress and better enjoy the now…

How do we slow down, with children and ourselves?

Seeking justice and speaking up in a not-so-simple society…

Montessori-ish Mom Christina Clemer on how to Montessori at home with younger children

When schools finally reopen, which one will you be sending your child to?

Back in 1915, Maria Montessori shared a short but powerful experience that reminds us to take a moment to focus on what’s important.

“Grit beats IQ every time.” Jeff Sandefer, co-founder of the Acton network of 270+ schools

“Having a routine saves your life.” Daniela Monteiro, Montessori teacher & parent of two

“We just completed our ninth week of school closures…” Meet Karin Ann, co-founder of a group of Montessori schools in Hong Kong with ~1,000 children from ages 2 to 12

Going beyond the headlines with Johns Hopkins’ Dr. Amesh Adalja, an expert on infectious diseases and pandemics who has recently been making the rounds on all the major news networks, from CNN to MSNBC to FOX

Short and sweet guidance for parents during these strange stuck-at-home times…

With school closed and social distancing in effect, students share their experience and advice.

A discussion on the Coronavirus with children’s science idol and Montessori parent, Doug Peltz | What is coronavirus in simple terms? How do I talk with children about it? What do I do at home given schools are closed?

Stories and guidance from Simone’s 15+ years as a Montessori parent of two and teacher of thousands

Montessori vs. Traditional … and the consequences

Alessandra Aristimuño offers a peek into her mixed-age Montessori classroom, with children from ~3 to 6 years old, and shares some guidance for parents and fellow Montessori teachers.

Four suggestions on being more Montessori at home (without turning your living room into a classroom)

Seeing the child, and ourselves, with clear eyes

How to handle the strong-willed child

Do children need more play — without adults around?

“There’s no person in the whole world like you.” Mr. Rogers

Ed-tech entrepreneur William Kelly discusses his Montessori schooling

The importance and how-to of mirroring feelings

Over 50 years of loving work in Montessori — and many more to come!

“The first time I visited a Montessori school, what I saw made me sick.”

Dealing with daily issues that come up with children while also helping to instill values that last

Ever feel like you *should* be doing better?

Exploring sometimes challenging topics in Montessori, at school & in the home

“I get that I shouldn’t say ‘good job’ all the time, but then *what do I say*?”

“I haven’t made a school lunch since they were 6,” says Heike Larson, parent of now 10-year-old Henrik and 12-year-old Karina.

Some “Montessori” schools are not what you might think.

Regaining confidence in children and in ourselves

“Why is this child — or my child — doing *nothing* in this Montessori classroom?!”

This is for all the independent, hard-working mothers out there — like my wonderful and loving own mom. ❤

Insights for anyone considering Montessori as a profession

A discussion about transitioning out of Montessori into public school and the larger world

3 steps to handling anger and stress

What do all these strange Montessori terms like “Practical Life” and “Prepared Environment” actually mean?

Answers to common questions about Montessori with Jesse McCarthy

It is the little things in life that over time add up to character.