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The Montessori Foundation is a non-profit educational organization that nurtures, inspires, and supports the development of strong, successful Montessori schools around the world. We consult with and coach Montessori schools at every stage of development. We also serve as a trusted source of information and Montessori programs for families.
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Montessori for Every Family
Lorna McGrath &
Tim Seldin
Montessori 101
The Montessori
Foundation Staff
The Parenting Puzzle
Lorna McGrath
The Montessori Foundation
How to Raise an Amazing Child
Tim Seldin
A Few Posts
Bringing Back the Narrative Report: Telling the Story of a Child’s Growth
A teacher’s careful observations help bring a child’s developing story into view. There was a time when some schools sent home progress reports that read almost like a letter from a teacher who truly knew your child. This was never universal. The familiar American...
Where Are All the Workbooks and Worksheets?
A younger child observes an older classmate working independently in a calm, mixed-age Montessori prepared environment. The first time parents encounter a Montessori mixed-age classroom, it can raise real questions. Wouldn't a three-year-old be better off with a room...
Does My Young Child Really Need a Smartphone or Tablet?
Real-world activity gives children time to concentrate, experiment, and discover what they can do. Snapshot Smartphones and tablets can be remarkable tools. They can also absorb enormous amounts of a child's time and attention. For young children especially, the...
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