Montessori vs Daycare: What is the Difference?
Deciding on Montessori vs daycare is a big choice and it’s good to know the differences and similarities. The schedules, noise levels, cleanliness, and type of education is different across …
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The Difference Between Montessori and Charlotte Mason
Comparing the Methods of Montessori and Charlotte MasonHow to best educate your child has always been a concern for caring parents. It can be confusing for parents to choose an …
Your Guide to the Prepared Environment in Montessori
If you have heard the term “prepared environment” as it relates to Montessori, and you’re hoping to learn more about it, this article is for you. In this post, I’ll …
Maria Montessori: Who Was She?
Who was Maria Montessori?Many of us are familiar with her methods, but who was Maria Montessori? Her accomplishments go far and above simply establishing her methods and forming the AMI …
Montessori Criticism: An Answer to the Critics
In this article, I’m going to delve into the criticism of Montessori and break apart some of the misunderstandings about this popular educational method.I will be the first to admit …
Evidence that a Montessori Education Works
Montessori Education works: The proofSo, we know how Montessori works. But is there any evidence that a Montessori education works better than a traditional education?Well, there are the successful people …
What are Sensitive Periods in Montessori?
What is a sensitive period in Montessori?Dr. Montessori took great interest in the sensitive periods of a child’s mental development. What this refers to is a special time in a …
What are the 4 Planes of Development in Montessori
In this article, learn all about the stages of development in Montessori, known as the 4 planes of development.Learn what happens with a child’s mental, emotional, and social development during …
What is the Absorbent Mind in Montessori?
The absorbent mindThe absorbent mind describes a child’s ability to take in information through their environment and their experiences by using their own “mental muscles” This ability begins from the …
What is Cosmic Education in Montessori?
“Cosmic Education”…When I first heard the term… “What kind of hippie voodoo nonsense is this!? “…the simplicity of working cosmic education into any..