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While young children may not easily grasp the abstract concept of time, they are nonetheless inundated with references to the measurement…

“It’s time to go.” “We don’t have time.” “What time is it?” “Time will tell.” Children hear lots about “time,” but often struggle with…

Happy New Year! The earth has traveled around the sun one more time… what better day to think about the Montessori Sun Celebration….

I hope you’re taking time, during what is a holiday break for many schools, to recharge and rest. I hope you’re sleeping late, spending…

In all the ways through which Montessori classrooms seek to support and promote the intrinsic peacefulness of children, perhaps the most…

The peacefulness of Montessori classrooms is promoted through the design of those classrooms, the nature of the materials to evoke…

In addition to the design of the materials in general and the ground rules of the classroom, there are special lessons offered in the…

“The things he sees are not just remembered; they form a part of his soul.” – Maria Montessori The Montessori materials are designed to…

“You have very truly remarked that if we are to reach real peace in this world and if we are to carry on a real war against war, we shall…

Early in my career as a Montessori teacher, I had a three year old student in my class who would enter the classroom every morning,…