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What If Conflict Resolution for Children Started With the Other Person’s Experience?
A simple shift that may help young people develop empathy, take responsibility, and move through conflict more quickly Recently, I was talking with a seasoned administrator at another school about something we are both noticing more and more in children: they can get stuck in conflict. A friend says, “I'm not your friend anymore.” Someone doesn't save them a seat. A child feels excluded from a game or hears that someone was talking about them. The hurt can be entirely real, but instead of...
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The Power of Positivity in Mentoring
Every educator deserves to be inspired, supported, and confident. Mentoring plays a key role in making that possible when folks are just beginning their journey as Lead Montessori Teachers. At the heart of truly effective mentoring is positivity. While skill-building,...
The Characteristics of Montessori-Based Classroom Interventions
by Pamela Shanks, M.S. Ed. Montessori classroom-based interventions support development across ages, grade levels, and curricular areas. They are designed to be used by adults regardless of their knowledge, training or experience with inclusive or Montessori...
The Structure of an Effective Class Meeting
by Chip DeLorenzo, Co-author of Positive Discipline in the Montessori ClassroomMany Montessori teachers have used some type of community meeting where the the class discusses issues facing the classroom community. However, teachers often report that their community...
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Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom
By Jane Nelson & Chip DeLorenzo
Montessori Inclusion
By Ann Epstein
Equity Examined
By Dr. Valaida Wise
Team Teaching in Early Childhood: Leadership Tools for Reflective Practice
By Uniit Carruyo
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Ages 0-3 years
Infant and Toddler educators nurture and inspire the potential of young children as they build a foundation for the rest of their lives. We are here to help.
Primary Educators
Ages 3-6 years
Primary educators cultivate new skills in children who are building language, order, self-discipline, and character. We have resources to aid you in this paramount task.
Elementary Educators
Ages 6-12 years
Elementary educators ignite an explosion of intellect, imagination, morality, and identity for children entering a new plane of development. We are here to help.
Adolescent Educators
Ages 12-14 years
Adolescent educators are champions of our young people as they take their first steps into adulthood. We have resources to assist you with this significant responsibility.
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School leaders define culture, cultivate community, and build vibrant schools. We are here to support you in this important work.
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Parenting is the most important job there is and shapes who our children become in the world. We are happy to share our favorite resources for families.
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