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Is Teaching Children Civil Awareness and Responsibility Still Relevant?: Getting Involved with the Bigger Picture

Is Teaching Children Civil Awareness and Responsibility Still Relevant?: Getting Involved with the Bigger Picture

by | Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

 Find out what the Montessori Family Support Team thinks the answer to this question is and why. They will also present ways for parents to support their children in becoming engaged in making important contributions in the world.  

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ARE YOU KIDDING ME! Employing Humor To Guide Children Toward Better Learning and Behavior

ARE YOU KIDDING ME! Employing Humor To Guide Children Toward Better Learning and Behavior

by | Discipline, Emotionally Healthy Children, Family Resources, Grace and Courtesy, Language, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

Humor, laughter, and playfulness are powerful influences in helping children mature and learn. Join us for a fun-filled discussion on how family play, imaginative games, and sharing of light-hearted moments can bring people closer together, heal past hurts and misunderstandings, and help children and adults be more creative in facing life’s challenges.

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What We Believe Our Children Receive: Living Out Our Family Values

What We Believe Our Children Receive: Living Out Our Family Values

by | Discipline, Emotionally Healthy Children, Family Resources, Grace and Courtesy, Language, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

Our family values are a reflection of who we are and how we parent. When we articulate and live those values, our children learn life lessons. They learn to express themselves, solve problems, grow from mistakes, and develop skills and abilities that lead to fulfilling lives. Join Cassi Mackey and the Montessori Family Life Team as we explore establishing family values and the “value” it has for our children’s lives.

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How Much Is Too Much?: Giving Children What They Need May Not Always Be What They Want

How Much Is Too Much?: Giving Children What They Need May Not Always Be What They Want

by | Discipline, Family Resources, Language, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

How do we know where the line is between enough and too much? Where does too much lead us and our children? How do we get past the everyday “Gimmies” mindset and into the abundance and sharing the wealth mindset?” Join our team for a frank discussion about the long term effects of “too much” and, instead, help our children enjoy the richness of life.
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What Do You Want Me To Do?: Telling Your Child What To Do Rather Than What Not To Do

What Do You Want Me To Do?: Telling Your Child What To Do Rather Than What Not To Do

by | Discipline, Family Resources, Language, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

It’s been shown in studies that humans hear and respond to positive requests rather than to negative commands. Join us as we rethink how we can articulate our expectations in a positive way so that our children hear clearly what they are.
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Keeping Your Family Culture and Language and Alive with Karen Simon

Keeping Your Family Culture and Language and Alive with Karen Simon

by | Family Resources, Health / Nutrition, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

Peace begins at home. “How does knowing, appreciating, and sharing one’s family heritage, customs and traditions, and language help to create peace in your home, your community, and our world?” you might ask. The value of sharing your family’s home language and culture can not be underestimated for your child and family as well as for the community you live in. Join us as we explore some of the answers to that question.

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Part 3: Your Rookie Year as a Montessori Parent: Middle and High School Years

Part 3: Your Rookie Year as a Montessori Parent: Middle and High School Years

by | Family Resources, Health / Nutrition, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Middle School, Montessori Parenting, Montessori Secondary / High School, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

In this final week of our three-part series, our focus will be on families with adolescents who are entering a new school. Whether the student is transferring from a conventional school model or from another Montessori school there will be a transition period as your family begins the school. Our team has put together tips on the transition for both you and your student.

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Part 2: Your Rookie Year as a Montessori Family 6-12 Years Old

Part 2: Your Rookie Year as a Montessori Family 6-12 Years Old

by | Family Resources, Health / Nutrition, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

Last time we were together we started a three-part series for families that are new to Montessori. Although we started with the 1st plane of development (birth-6 years old), not all families start their children at that level. In this session we will focus on the elementary years. We will take a look at what it means to enter a Montessori environment during this time in your child’s life, tips for helping your child transition, insights into differences from a conventional type of school, and ways to be successful in your new school community for parents and students.

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Part I: Your Rookie Year as a Montessori Family (0-6 Years Old)

Part I: Your Rookie Year as a Montessori Family (0-6 Years Old)

by | Family Resources, Health / Nutrition, Infant-Toddler (0 to 3), MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Primary (3-6), Toddler (18 months-3 years), Video, Webinars / MFA

During the next three webinars our team will guide you through important considerations and steps in preparing to become part of a Montessori learning community. Each webinar will concentrate on one stage of child development. This session will focus on the Early Childhood Years. Our team will share insights for you and your child as you begin this Montessori journey along with your child. Come with us as we travel together through this new and exciting educational adventure for your whole family.

Homeschooling Through a Montessori Lens: Cultivating a Curious, Self Directed Learner

Homeschooling Through a Montessori Lens: Cultivating a Curious, Self Directed Learner

by | Family Resources, Health / Nutrition, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Middle School, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

Alicia Diaz-David, a certified Montessori educator with many years of teaching experience in public and private schools as well as a national reading consultant, shows us that Montessori homeschooling is more about truly following the child than following a curriculum with many expensive materials. Join us as Ms. Diaz-David guides us on how to use Montessori principles to maximize children’s social emotional development and academic learning.

Foods for Thought: Navigating Your Family’s Dietary Needs or Preferences

Foods for Thought: Navigating Your Family’s Dietary Needs or Preferences

by | Family Resources, Health / Nutrition, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Middle School, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

When it comes to eating, what’s the big deal? In group settings like school lunches, birthday parties, or even eating dinner with the neighbors there can be challenges for your family. Children who have food allergies, childhood diabetes, certain religious beliefs, or specific food preferences related to family values may have difficulty “fitting in” with their peers. What can parents do to help their child and others understand and accept these kinds of differences? here are some ideas from Ann Marie Paradis, an acupuncture doctor, herbalist, and Montessori mom.

Things You Should Know about Raising Tween Boys

Things You Should Know about Raising Tween Boys

by | Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Middle School, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

There are some nuances to raising a tween boy that are different from raising girls. If you know about them, it is easier to navigate these challenges. If you don’t know them, you are more likely to take some of the behavior personally or feel worried about them. Join Kathryn Kvols for more info about raising tween boys.

Neuromyths: Misconceptions about Your Child’s Brain

Neuromyths: Misconceptions about Your Child’s Brain

by | Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

“Neuromyths are false ideas about the brain that do harm. Believing that people are either more “right-brained” or “left-brained” does harm in the same way as believing that girls are better at language and boys are better at math: these neuromyths keep people from reaching their own potential. In this talk we will look at some of the most common myths, what the current evidence says about them, and talk about ways to avoid mythical beliefs in the future.”

Traveling with Your Child: Making It a Positive Experience

Traveling with Your Child: Making It a Positive Experience

by | Family Resources, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Parenting, Parenting on the Same Page, Video, Webinars / MFA

Join our team for an informative session covering steps to help create family travel experiences that will form happy memories for years to come. Our team will offer suggestions and ideas for preparing and carrying out summer plans with your children. So, whether your travels will be near or far, on foot or in a car or on a plane, don’t miss this fun and practical guidance from our team.

Children and Animals: Large and Small

Children and Animals: Large and Small

by | Family Resources, Grace and Courtesy, MFA, Montessori Family Life, Montessori Grandparenting, Montessori Parenting, Nature, Video, Webinars / MFA

Jenni Presley, Montessori Guide and founder of GFAS certified Shelter Farm Sanctuary in Arcadia, FL.

Jenni discusses the ways you can help your child better understand domestic, wild, and farmed animals. With your gentle guidance, your child can learn to be respectful and safe when interacting with all living creatures.