In a polarized world, teaching kids empathy and courage is vital. Drawing on Rosa Parks and Maria Montessori, we model integrity and respect to guide the next generation toward peace and understanding.
The three-year cycle of the Primary classroom culminates in what is often referred to as the kindergarten year. This final year is transformative. It’s a time when children apply the foundational skills they’ve been building since they were toddlers, step into leadership roles among their peers, and fully embrace the joy of learning independently.
Looking for expert parenting tips for the holidays? Get practical advice on managing routines, traveling with young kids, creating meaningful holiday activities, and navigating family gatherings with ease—all while reducing holiday stress through Montessori-inspired strategies.
How can parents raise kids who listen with empathy, think critically, and engage in respectful dialogue—even when faced with opposing views? In this episode of Grounded and Soaring, host Terry Dubow talks with educators Minnie Wales and Bill Sneed about fostering compassion, teaching respectful disagreement, and balancing family values with independent thinking.
Learning algebra (and higher math generally) can feel as inevitable, and perhaps as dreaded, as death and taxes. Recalling your own experiences, you may wonder: How will my child endure this crucible? Will they be Okay? Or will this experience crush their spirits?
This distinctive and deliberate approach positions MMS as a bit of an outlier, giving our students the rare gift of time to think, question, and create without constant digital interference.
Eventually, though, we all leave the refuge and step into the digital media-saturated world.
In this Thanksgiving-inspired episode, Sam Shapiro and Naikan expert Greg Kretsch explore how parents can cultivate a family culture of gratitude. Learn practical reflection techniques to counter negativity, strengthen relationships, and foster appreciation in daily life.
Learn about the transformative power of early intervention through occupational and speech therapy. Discover how these therapies can help young children build confidence, close developmental gaps, and thrive.
Young children are innately curious about their own bodies and the people around them—and how we answer their questions matters. According to research, children start developing ideas about their bodies as early as age 3, making our early conversations especially important. As parents and educators, we have a responsibility to create a space where body talk is honest, kind, and rooted in appreciation.
Learn how to balance important conversations without overwhelming your kids and how to manage your own anxieties in these polarized times. Perfect for parents aiming to foster thoughtful, confident future voters!
