Ideas for Non-Competitive Physical Education in the Montessori Environment

In a world that often focuses on competition and personal gain, children benefit greatly from opportunities that encourage them to think and...

NAMC's 20 Lessons from 20 Years: It Is Okay to Wait

In our fast-paced world, it is sometimes difficult to remember that waiting is okay. In fact, waiting is often beneficial in the long run. W...

Suggestions for Montessori Parents: Helping with Homework

Never help a child with a task at which he feels he can succeed. �Maria Montessori Words of Wisdom, p. 58. Two headlines recently popped up ...

Following The Child � Observing and Guiding Learning

Follow the child, they will show you what they need to do, what they need to develop in themselves and what area they need to be challenged ...

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New Year�s Resolutions the Montessori Elementary Classroom

When my Montessori elementary class returns from winter break, we usually begin the new year by discussing the tradition of making resolutio...

NAMC's 20 Lessons from 20 Years: Listen

Listening is one of the greatest skills anyone can develop. As Montessori teachers, we are well aware of this. We know how important it is t...

Celebrating the Unity in Our Diversity: Montessori Holiday Celebrations

Cultural awareness means being aware of and appreciating the differences in people�s attitudes, beliefs, practices, customs, and social beh...

NAMC's 20 Lessons from 20 Years: Everything Changes

Over the past 20 years, I�ve learned that there is no escaping change. It�s an unavoidable part of life. Sometimes change can be worrying � ...

Recognizing Boys� Learning Differences in the Montessori Environment

In our previous blog, we looked the ways neurological and hormonal differences affect the learning and behavior of boys and girls. Knowing t...

NAMC's 20 Lessons from 20 Years: Stay True to Your Values

Staying true to your values. What does that mean? To me, it means first and foremost to know what your values are, what remains essential to...