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“Being able to resolve conflicts peacefully is one of the greatest strengths we can give our children.” ― Fred Rogers A natural part of elementary education is teaching students about positive methods of conflict resolution. Children aren’t born with an innate knowledge of how to […]
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Children have the chance to stay with Montessori programs through upper elementary and many take the opportunity to do so. Parents sometimes have concerns about the preparedness level of students leaving these programs. Will they be able to adapt well to a new school? Will […]
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By Guest Author: Rikki Motes. In high school, I asked my teachers, “How do you decide how much homework to give?” The answer, for those who actually thought about it instead of just overloading us poor students, was always the same; students should be doing […]
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Think of a perfect Spring day. In your mind imagine a light breeze, bright sunshine, and the sound of birds. Think of all the things you learned just by being outside as a child. As Winter comes to a close, we should look to what […]
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When considering education, parents—and sometimes teachers—put a heavy emphasis on the academics of a potential program. While this is certainly worth evaluating thoroughly, it should never be the sole consideration when deciding where your child should learn. Although it may seem surprising, the best academic […]
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Technology is everywhere in modern life. We are faced with computers, smart phones, iPads, and countless apps on a daily basis. Operating our technology has become a fundamental skill. Children today are learning to interface with technology at younger ages, but they are still rarely […]
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All across the country, children struggle with math. Students seem to struggle with this subject much more than others. Difficulties understanding math early can be hard to make up for later in life. America, in particular, is having difficulty keeping college students enrolled in […]
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Tips for observing in a Montessori environment Whether you are a current parent or future one, observing a Montessori classroom environment is a precious peek into the window of a child’s development. You may see things that amaze you, confuse you, or sometimes make you […]
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As technology develops and devices let people go fully “digital”—not using paper and pen at all—the educational emphasis on cursive has decreased significantly. Because cursive writing isn’t a part of the Common Core, schools will pull it out of the curriculum because they don’t see […]
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Most commonly, parents are trying to decide whether traditional education is right for their child before they become familiar with Montessori. American education has evolved substantially over the last fifty years, in positive and negative ways. Punishments are usually less severe but a significant influx […]
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