By the time your child is in Middle School, you may think their days of summer camps are waning. They’re probably mature enough to stay…
Summer for Middle Schoolers
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For Parents
Summer in Elementary
If, like many American students, your child is transitioning from the “school year,” to “summer vacation,” you may be surprised when it’s…
Preparing for Summer in Early Childhood
By the time your child is in Early Childhood, they likely have a better ability to discern between different kinds of days: school days,…
Summer with your Infant/Toddler
While many Montessori programs offer summer care, most American schools are shifting gears at this time of year, moving from a more…
Modeling Gratitude in the Third Plane: 12-18
If you believe what you see on TV, you might think that adolescents are selfish, narcissistic, and judgmental of adults, their siblings,…
Modeling Gratitude in the Second Plane: 6-12
By the time your child is in the Second Plane of Development, so many qualities of their personalities have emerged and focused. You know…
Visiting for Special Events
It’s that time of year, when classrooms or entire school communities come together to celebrate the accomplishments of the year. You may…
How to Say Goodbye: Third Plane 12-18
The end of the school year for most Montessori adolescents is a mix of emotions. On the one hand, these are people whose development…
How to Say Goodbye: Second Plane 6-12
Whether or not you’ve mentioned it yet, Elementary aged children are often already aware of the upcoming end of the school year. They may…
How to Say Goodbye: First Plane 3-6
It’s time for the end of the school year celebration, teacher thank-you’s and summer plans. For teachers and parents, this is a time of…