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Middle schoolers don’t exactly have a reputation for being the most polite. However, that doesn’t mean you as a parent need to become resigned to dealing with sulky or disrespectful behavior. Courtesy is an integral part of the Montessori middle school education, and practicing it can be a great way for your child to get …
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Kindergarteners love to play outside. When rainy weather hits, they can quickly become bored and restless indoors. However, when rain puts a damper on your kids’ outdoor plans, you can save the day with fun, engaging activities that might just help them learn something at the same time. 1. Make a Play-Doh Marble Maze This …
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Spending time outdoors is essential for all students, especially middle school students. Middle school is a time of intense change and development, both emotionally and physically. Many students face new responsibilities in and out of school while trying to figure out where they fit in and who they are. Outdoor time can provide a much-needed …
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Montessori preschool is a type of early childhood education based on Maria Montessori’s philosophy, which emphasizes freedom within limits, respect for a child’s natural development, and independence. This approach is beneficial for children because it allows them to learn at their own pace. Montessori preschool is an excellent option for many children with special needs. …
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The world can always use more leaders, and it can especially use more leaders with compassion and an intrinsic desire to help those who need it most. These are the exact kinds of leaders that we try to inspire at Montessori elementary school, and we do it in a variety of ways. Some children may …
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Nothing can really prepare a parent for the seemingly arbitrary nature of their preschool child’s appetite. It can seem as if their preferences change with the wind, that the things they are repulsed by aren’t grounded in any discernible logic, and that they’ll only ever eat the things you’d rather them not. However, you should …
One of the Front Class students had an upcoming cello recital and requested to practice his performance for our class! How could we say no to learning more about this fascinating instrument?! The students practiced their audience etiquette while our soloist performed two songs. Then he answered some very tough and interesting questions from the …
