Years ago when our family was walking along the coast of Maine, my son Ben picked up a rock, analyzed its shape and quickly called it “Tennessee!” Indeed, the rock was a near perfect likeness. He … [Read more...]
Schooling, Intelligence and Character
Recently I was speaking with a Montessori parent, a brilliant and scientific researcher. She described the months that preceded making the enrollment commitment for her child’s next three-year-cycle … [Read more...]
Educere . . .
Dear Jarrow Parents, Through her work and research as scientist and anthropologist, Dr. Montessori offered us a new vision for the importance of childhood - and its profound mark on the formation … [Read more...]
Generosity Runs Deep in Montessori Children
We have had two beautiful examples of the generosity of spirit this week. The first was the delivery of all the donated socks and goodies the Upper Elementary Community Service Committee made this … [Read more...]
What We Teach our Children
Dear Jarrow Parents, The time is always right to reflect upon Dr. Montessori’s work on intuitive genius. Beyond what’s obvious (the words we use, the homes we create, the experiences we provide), … [Read more...]