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Many adults understand the importance of serving others in their community. However, it’s important to realize that young children are also capable of developing empathy for others and cultivating a desire to serve those around them. In fact, doing so is a great way for elementary school students to gain practical life skills and learn […]
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From a very early age, the Montessori method focuses on helping children become independent and self-reliant. These are not merely buzzwords. They are traits that contribute to success in the real world. Fostering a sense of independence means allowing children to gain practical life experience through classroom activities. In turn, more self-reliant students make critical
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As your middle school student continues along their educational journey, critical thinking becomes an increasingly important skill for them to master. One of the best ways to sharpen critical thinking skills — for people of any age — is to practice specific exercises that are centered around the Montessori style of education. Here are four
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If you have a kindergarten student, you probably love watching them learn and grow a little more each day. You can give your child a sense of this wonder when you let them experience a classic Montessori kindergarten activity — seed germination. Why seed germination? It might seem overly simple, but there’s no better way
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As a parent, you’re always seeking the best for your child — the best opportunities, the best experiences, and the best education. It’s a journey filled with decisions, and one of the most crucial is choosing the right elementary school for your little one. The elementary school they attend will set the stage for their
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Everything about your child’s day is different when they attend a Montessori daycare. Unlike traditional daycare settings, Montessori programs focus on nurturing your child’s curiosity and creativity through a variety of unique learning techniques. As strong proponents of Montessori philosophy, the Montessori School of Flagstaff has adopted numerous strategies and traditions, including the creation of
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Middle school is a transformative time in any student’s life. Middle schoolers are growing intellectually, but they’re also developing interpersonal skills that are vital to the rest of their lives. One of these interpersonal skills is leadership. There might not be a clear-cut way to teach leadership skills, but with effort and some inventive exercises,
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Montessori kindergarten is full of engaging activities that help your little one start exploring the world. Many of those activities are designed to teach children practical life skills. But there’s no reason why you, as a parent, can’t contribute to your child’s development in the same way. By working with your kindergartener at home, you
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Why Montessori? If you’re in the process of selecting an elementary school for your child, you’ve probably heard countless opinions (welcome and otherwise) on which type of learning environment is best. The truth is that while every type of school has its advantages and disadvantages, a Montessori elementary school is uniquely equipped to help every
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Montessori kindergarten classrooms focus on bringing up knowledgeable, empathetic citizens of the world. But unless you already know a bit about Montessori, you might wonder about the practicalities — like how young children learn math. Through a hands-on learning process, kindergarteners master the math concepts they need for future success. Here are five of the
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