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by Cassi Mackey | Adolescence, Communication, Early Adolescence (12-15), Infant-Toddler (0 to 3), Kindergarten, Later Adolescence (15-18), Lower Elementary (6-9), MFA, Montessori Parenting, Montessori Teachers, Parent-Teacher Communication, Primary (3-6), Upper Elementary (9-12), Webinars / MFA
The purpose of Courageous Conversation between parents and teachers is to create a safe space for meaningful dialogue about issues regarding children. The desired end is to understand each other’s perspective and work together to best serve the child. We know that this is not always a one step, quick-fix, but rather a complicated process […]
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by Christine Lowry | Birthdays, Communication, Kindergarten, Lower Elementary (6-9), MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Primary (3-6), Upper Elementary (9-12), Webinars / MFA
From helping your child understand friendships, to the importance of family values and beliefs, to those “big” questions about the world or current events, having a Hard Conversation with your son or daughter can be really challenging for all of us. Having some knowledge of developmental stages, some clues for understanding what your child really […]
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by Christine Lowry | Kindergarten, Lower Elementary (6-9), Montessori Parenting, Upper Elementary (9-12), Video, Webinars / MFA
From helping your child understand bedtime, to the importance of family chores, to those “big” questions about the world or current events, having a Hard Conversation with your son or daughter can be really challenging for all of us. Having some knowledge of developmental stages, some clues for understanding what your child really needs to […]
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by Kath Kvols | Adolescence, Communication, Early Adolescence (12-15), Later Adolescence (15-18), MFA, Montessori Family Life, Video, Webinars / MFA, Young Adolescent
Sometimes Dad’s feel like a “duck out of water” when it comes to relating to their tween/teen daughter. The little girl’s body that used to rough and tumble now has begun to develop making roughing and tumbling awkward. Also, this stage in a girl’s life is fraught with emotional upheavals which often make Dads shy […]
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by Cheryl Allen | Adolescence, Communication, Early Adolescence (12-15), Empowerment, Later Adolescence (15-18), Lower Elementary (6-9), MFA, Mindfulness, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Montessori Teachers, Practical Life, Upper Elementary (9-12), Video, Webinars / MFA
Montessori said, “Only practical work and experience lead a child to maturity.” Cheryl Allen will share ideas that will help children at home and in the classroom to prepare for life during the elementary years and beyond. She will show how Practical Life activities change as children grow from pouring and scooping lessons during Early […]
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by Maria Chaffin | Adolescence, Early Adolescence (12-15), Later Adolescence (15-18), Lower Elementary (6-9), MFA, Montessori Family Life, Planes of Development, Upper Elementary (9-12), Webinars / MFA
Life Skills – Executive Functioning Skills – Part 2 – Children are not born with these skills. They are born with the potential to develop them! From 7 to 12 years old to the adolescent years, what activities can we offer at home? In this session Maria Chaffin continues to offer parents and teachers ideas […]
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by Maria Chaffin | Infant-Toddler (0 to 3), Kindergarten, Lower Elementary (6-9), MFA, Montessori Family Life, Webinars / MFA
Children are not born with fully developed executive functioning skills. They are born with the potential to develop them! From birth to the adolescent years, what activities can we offer at home to support this process? In this two part series parents will gain insights for providing opportunities to develop these skills in their children. […]
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by Robin Howe, EdD | Adolescence, Early Adolescence (12-15), Kindergarten, Later Adolescence (15-18), Lower Elementary (6-9), MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Middle School, Montessori Secondary / High School, Primary (3-6), Upper Elementary (9-12), Webinars / MFA, Young Adolescent
What Montessori parents need to know about assessment, data collection and how we use it to not only support children’s learning but also to validate the Montessori method of education. Dr. Howe explains what this means for children in Montessori schools and the larger education community.
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by Kelly Johnson | Infant-Toddler (0 to 3), Kindergarten, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Webinars / MFA
Discover ideas for creating Montessori inspired outdoor home environments and experiences for young children. Specifics about being in nature with children 0-5 are covered; such as oral exploration, encouraging wonder and connection, and nature journaling. Kelly also explores challenges such as fears of adults unfamiliar with nature themselves and how to distinguish focused outdoor learning […]
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by Lorna McGrath | Adolescence, Early Adolescence (12-15), Empowerment, Infant-Toddler (0 to 3), Kindergarten, Later Adolescence (15-18), Lower Elementary (6-9), MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Primary (3-6), Upper Elementary (9-12), Webinars / MFA
Families frequently travel together during school breaks. Join Lorna for a fun and informative session about traveling with your children, involving them in the planning, making the journey enjoyable, and being prepared.
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by Christine Lowry | Adolescence, Empowerment, Later Adolescence (15-18), Lower Elementary (6-9), MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Upper Elementary (9-12), Webinars / MFA, Young Adolescent
Join Christine Lowry for Part 2 of Chores, Allowance,and Paid Work. During this session Christine will share ways that parents can involve their elementary and adolescent children in the life of the family, in managing their money, and earning money from jobs at home as well as out in the larger community.
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by Christine Lowry | Empowerment, Infant-Toddler (0 to 3), Kindergarten, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Practical Life, Webinars / MFA
Christine Lowry will share insights and ideas to involve young children in family chores. This session encourages parents to help their young children participate in the care of the home environment in fun and empowering ways. What seems to adults as tedious and a bother, for young children can be huge in boosting their self […]
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by Lorna McGrath | Infant, Infant-Toddler (0 to 3), Kindergarten, Lower Elementary (6-9), MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Primary (3-6), Webinars / MFA
What did Maria Montessori say about the child’s true nature? How can parents best nurture their children’s sense of empathy, awe, and connectedness to the natural world? Join Lorna as she presents Christine Lapierre’s slides for this informative session.
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by Cheryl Allen | Adolescence, Early Adolescence (12-15), Empowerment, Family Resources, Imagination, Later Adolescence (15-18), Lower Elementary (6-9), MFA, Montessori Middle School, Montessori Parenting, Montessori Secondary / High School, Practical Life, Upper Elementary (9-12), Video, Webinars / MFA, Young Adolescent
Most people think of Montessori Practical Life as scooping and pouring in the Early Childhood years but as Maria Montessori said, “Education should not just be preparation for university, it should be preparation for life.” Cheryl Allen will guide us through activities and ideas for Practical Life during the elementary and adolescent years.
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by Cheryl Allen | Early Adolescence (12-15), Family Resources, Imagination, Kindergarten, Language & Reading, Lower Elementary (6-9), Mathematics, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Practical Life, Primary (3-6), Reading, Upper Elementary (9-12), Video, Webinars / MFA, Writing
Are you wondering how to keep your child not only busy during the summer months when school is out, but also keep her learning? Are you worried that if your child is not enrolled in a summer program called “Little Genius’s” or the Center for Brighter Children that your child will be behind when he […]
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by Lorna McGrath | Adolescence, Communication, Early Adolescence (12-15), Empowerment, Later Adolescence (15-18), MFA, Montessori Education, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Graduates, Montessori Secondary / High School, Montessori students, Practical Life, Video, Webinars / MFA
Lorna McGrath has the opportunity to talk with four NewGate School’s seniors before they graduate and go off into a new stage of their lives. Each of them has a unique story to share. It is such a pleasure to listen to their experiences in Montessori and how that has shaped and will continue to […]
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by Lorna McGrath | Adolescence, Early Adolescence (12-15), Empowerment, Family Resources, Later Adolescence (15-18), MFA, Montessori Graduates, Montessori Secondary / High School, Montessori students, Video, Webinars / MFA
Lorna McGrath interviews one of NewGate School’s 2018 graduates. NewGate is an International Montessori school that serves children from 18 months old to 18 years old. Three fifths of the NewGate graduates this year are from countries other than the United States. Our interviewee, Alex, is from Spain and will be returning to Spain before […]
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by Tracey Hall | Infant, Infant-Toddler (0 to 3), MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Video, Webinars / MFA
Have you ever wondered how can I best support my infant or toddler in learning and growing? What activities should I provide? What equipment do they need? How much help should I give them? If you have these questions and more, Tracey Hall will be sharing her experience and ideas about your young child’s daily […]
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