by Mark de la Mora | Sep 6, 2023 | Blog
Five Reasons to Stop Saying “Good Job!” By Alfie Kohn It Doesnt assure the children NOTE: An abridged version of this article was published in Parents magazine in May 2000 with the title “Hooked on Praise.” For a more detailed look at the issues discussed here — as...
by Mark de la Mora | Jun 14, 2021 | Blog
Montessori Definition What is Montessori? Short Montessori Definition: Montessori education is an educational approach developed by Italian physician and educator Maria Montessori and characterized by an emphasis on independence, freedom within limits, and respect...
by Mark de la Mora | Jun 7, 2021 | Blog
Unique Individuals Montessori education offers our children opportunities to develop their potential as they step out into the world as engaged, competent, responsible, and respectful citizens with an understanding and appreciation that learning is for life. Each...
by Mark de la Mora | May 31, 2021 | Blog
Unique Educational Model More than 4,000 Montessori schools dot the American landscape, offering a unique educational model to families nationwide. Thousands more bring the Montessori method to every corner of the world. Montessori schools can be found in rural,...
by Mark de la Mora | May 17, 2021 | Blog
The essence To grasp the essence of Montessori education, just step inside a classroom. Beautiful, inviting, and thoughtfully arranged, the room embodies each element of Maria Montessori’s revolutionary approach. Natural lighting, soft colors, and uncluttered spaces...
by Mark de la Mora | May 10, 2019 | Blog
The design and Flow The design and flow of the Montessori classroom create a learning environment that accommodates choice. There are spaces suited to group activity, and areas where a student can settle in alone. Parts of the room are open and spacious, allowing a...
