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Seven Days to Successful Toilet Learning

Seven Days to Successful Toilet Learning

7 days. That is how long it took our daughter to learn the art of using the toilet. Did we use candy? NOPE. Stickers? NOPE. Consistency and Celebrations? YOU BET! We owe the success of her toilet learning to her readiness and some good old fashioned consistency and dedication on our part. I’ll be honest. […]

New Mission. New Team. New Look.

New Mission. New Team. New Look.

Welcome to our NEW Montessori Rocks site! Over the past couple of years, we have showcased articles covering topics for all age levels, home and school life, gift guides and tips and tools. Our authors came from across the globe and shared their experiences with each and one of you and we are so thankful […]

25 Under $25: Montessori Inspired Gifts for Any Child

25 Under $25: Montessori Inspired Gifts for Any Child

  Not sure what to tell relatives when they ask you for your child’s holiday wish list? Are you trying to avoid meaningless toys that become clutter and dust collectors after Christmas? Ages 0-6: The First Plane of Development Even though children ages zero to three are not clearly conscious of their learning, they are discovering who they are. As they reach […]

Help Me Help Myself

Help Me Help Myself

Article re-posted with permission from Maren Schmidt. Children from about age three are asking us to help them learn independence. Children want to learn how to do things on their own without adult supervision or permission. Even though at times we feel we have to help children constantly, in reality, children are asking us to […]

Top 10 Montessori Myths Uncovered

Top 10 Montessori Myths Uncovered

“We can’t afford it, it must only be for rich people.” “I am not going to pay for my child to play all day.” “The classrooms seem chaotic and the teachers never teach.” “Montessori is just for smart kids.” I could go on and on about the conversations I have heard among parents when hosting […]

Submit Your Blog, Share Your Montessori Voice

Submit Your Blog, Share Your Montessori Voice

JOIN IN OUR EXCITEMENT…We are now accepting YOUR blog submissions! Have you always wanted to share your knowledge of Montessori? Now is YOUR chance! If you’re new to blogging, this process may feel a bit intimidating. If you’re an experienced blogger, this is great opportunity to expand your audience. No one has your exact experiences, […]

Freedom Within Limits Of Responsibility

Freedom Within Limits Of Responsibility

Article re-posted with permission from Maren Schmidt. Freedom and responsibility are linked together. We are free to act when we have the right and also take responsibility. For example, in our society, we have the right to drive a car. We exercise this privilege to drive by taking the responsibility to learn how to drive, […]