Montessori Education with Jesse McCarthy

If you're a Montessori teacher who is having challenges in the classroom -- say you have a disruptive child, or a loud child, or maybe a room full of disruptive, loud children -- then this episode is for you. (And if you're just a curious parent, you'll gain some too.)

"We must open our eyes." Maria Montessori Taking a closer look at the Color Box or Color Tablets, a fascinating materials for preschool and kindergarten-aged children in the Montessori classroom

"Before I had my own children I was always saying, 'I will never do that! I will never be a parent like that, I will never scream.' But of course life plans it a different way." A conversation about comparing parenting styles with Lucie Tamasova, a Montessori parent and educator who's seen A LOT, having lived and worked in Europe, Africa and America

Have you ever pushed your beliefs on a child? I definitely have.. https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/indoctrination

Have you felt this kind of humiliation? A short story about giants, by Maria Montessori, with related guidance for parents and teachers on how to better prepare children's surroundings for independence, not dependence

A mom & dad team, Amanda and Nathan Davis, share how according to them they "half ass" Montessori at home :-) Episode page at https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/messy-montessori

Society today is filled with fake kitchens and fake tools for children at home, and with meaningless busywork and bubble tests for students in school. It's time for a shift in our values.

"I had this goal: I wanted my kids to be independent." Esther Wojcicki Meet Esther, the star teacher known as "Woj" to her loving students in Palo Alto and the mom of three very successful children: Susan, CEO of YouTube; Anne, Cofounder/CEO of 23andMe; and Janet, an anthropologist and associate professor of pediatrics. Esther is also a big fan of Montessori. The Montessori Education Podcast with Jesse McCarthy | https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/how-to-raise-successful-people-with-esther-wojcicki

Some very famous people went to Montessori school as children, and they actually talk pretty highly about its impact on their lives. I wanted to share a few of these individuals with you but thought I'd do it in a different way, by playing a little game, if you're up for it... Episode page: https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/who-said-it

The talented, sweet-hearted Mr. Sanford Jones discusses all things music and Montessori — from his 50+ years in education — while also playing songs on the piano live for us all. If you're a parent or a Montessori teacher who loves music or who is even just curious about it in children's (and our own) lives, you won't want to miss this discussion. See episode page for notes and photos: https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/music-in-montessori

Giving children and students a bit more space to be independent, at whatever age...

50-year-veteran teacher Debby Thompson shares her insights into Montessori elementary. Topics range from academics and "Cosmic education" to independence and rules in the Montessori elementary classroom, with many challenging questions answered along the way: -What is the difference between Montessori preschool / kindergarten and Montessori elementary? -How do Montessori elementary teachers get children to do work? -What happens in Montessori elementary if/when a child is bored? -What happens with children who didn't have Montessori in preschool and kindergarten?

"Look at the child." Maria Montessori Episode page: https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/observation

A growing number of parents and teachers believe you should never tell a child "No." Do you agree? Conversation about toddler boundaries with Claudia Alvarez, Montessori guide of 25+ years... Episode page: https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/time-to-say-no

A conversation with father-of-two Troy Rivas about exploring nature, parenting with purpose, expressing our emotions around children, gaining from Montessori, and more Episode page: https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/out-in-the-world-with-a-montessori-parent | Troy's Instagram: @troymulous

A peek into Maria Montessori's silly side Episode page with sources: https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/4-funny-and-meaningful-montessori-quotes

What does the research say about Montessori school? A conversation with Professor Angeline Lillard, author of 'Montessori: The Science Behind the Genius' and well-known researcher of Montessori education https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/the-science-of-montessori-professor-angeline-lillard For research mentioned during the episode, visit https://www.montessori-science.org

"Within the child lies the fate of the future." Maria Montessori

A deep-dive conversation with the independent-minded and hugely experienced Ginni Sackett, Director of Pedagogy at Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/montessori-materials-with-ginni-sackett

Letting children have their own little adventures | for parents and teachers who want to help raise unique individuals #parenting #teaching #growing https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/spilled-juice-and-a-montessori-secret

"You are saving our sanity ... even our marriages!" Micro-school mom to her child's in-home teacher Curious about options outside of "normal" online schooling and in-person classrooms? This discussion with Alejandra Tryon — Montessori teacher, consultant, and micro-school master — is for you.

"I have myself, sometimes, been too severe with a child." -Dr. Maria Montessori How to get your child to listen, by choice | https://courses.montessorieducation.com/p/discipline

"In these Montessori classrooms, their souls are rejoicing." Ruchira Fernando To some, these words might sound a little overdramatic. But for those who know Montessori, they're not at all. So what really is Montessori education? If you're interested in getting at the heart of it all, so what Montessori actually looks and feels like in a very personal way — versus the traditional, old-school approach to learning — you'll want to listen in to this fascinating conversation with Ruchira Fernando, longtime Montessori teacher of children from preschool through elementary. https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/montessori-getting-to-the-heart-of-it

Meet Ann Velasco... a former Montessori child; a parent of a now-grown Montessori daughter; a former Montessori teacher of 3- to 9-year-olds; and, since 2014, a Montessori trainer of future teachers. Ann is the real deal. Topics include independence and confidence, being better observers of and models for children, implementing an awesome technique for handling conflict, and more. https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/education-for-life-with-montessori-trainer-ann-velasco

Three ways to lessen the stress and better enjoy the now...

How do we slow down, with children ourselves? A conversation with Jennifer Rogers — a Montessori teacher of over two decades, a mother of three children (age 18, 15, 11), and a writer of popular parenting and teaching articles (and a book), including Why Wait. Episode page: https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/patience-jennifer-rogers

How do I cut through all the craziness in our culture — among the peer pressure of tribal sides and simplistic hashtags — to find my own voice? Seeking justice and speaking up in a not-so-simple society... https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/hold-on-to-the-good

Montessori-ish Mom Christina Clemer on how to Montessori at home with younger children | https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/to-structure-or-not-to-structure

When schools finally reopen, which one will you be sending your child to? Episode page: https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/the-school-of-the-future

Back in 1915, Maria Montessori shared a short but powerful experience. Show episode, with links: https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/cold-soup

"Grit beats IQ every time." Jeff Sandefer, co-founder of the Acton network of 270+ schools Jesse McCarthy | https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/success-acton-academy-jeff-sandefer Jeff Sandefer | https://www.actonacademy.org

"Having a routine saves your life." Listen in as Daniela Monteiro -- longtime Montessori teacher and parent of two, a 9-month-old and an almost 3-year-old -- shares her experiences and insights as a working parent at home with the children. The Montessori Education Podcast with Jesse McCarthy, https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/montessori-at-home-for-working-parents Daniela Monteiro, https://www.instagram.com/educare.mamamontessori

"We just completed our ninth week of school closures..." Meet Karin Ann, co-founder of the International Montessori School of Hong Kong (IMS), a community of four campuses with ~1,000 children from ages 2 to 12 Episode page | https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/montessori-school-insights-from-hong-kong IMS | https://www.ims.edu.hk

"You might see a headline that says, 'Deaths Double In This Town', and they really just went up from two to four. ... It's important to go beyond the headlines." Open conversation with Johns Hopkins' Dr. Amesh Adalja, an expert on infectious diseases and pandemics who has recently been making the rounds on all the major news networks, from CNN to MSNBC to FOX. -from the Montessori Education Podcast with Jesse McCarthy | https://www.montessorieducation.com

Short and sweet guidance for parents during these strange stuck-at-home times... Jesse McCarthy | MontessoriEducation.com Links: -For more on washing a table at home, Montessori style, visit https://www.montessorieducation.com/blog/washing-a-table-at-home-montessori-style -For more on practical life generally, visit https://montessoriguide.org

With school closed and social distancing in effect, students share their experience and advice MontessoriEducation.com

A discussion on the Coronavirus with children's science idol and Montessori parent, Doug Peltz What is coronavirus in simple terms? How do I talk with children about it? What do I do at home given schools are closed? Jesse McCarthy | MontessoriEducation.com Doug Peltz | Mystery.org

Stories and guidance from Simone's 15+ years of experience as a Montessori parent of two and teacher of thousands...

Montessori vs. Traditional ... and the consequences

Alessandra Aristimuno offers a peek into her mixed-age Montessori classroom, with children from ~3 to 6 years old, and shares some guidance for parents and fellow Montessori teachers.

Four suggestions on being more Montessori at home (without turning your living room into a classroom)

Seeing the child, and ourselves, with clear eyes montessorieducation.com/podcast/being-with-children-silvia-dubovoy

How to handle the strong-willed child

Do children need more play — without adults around?

"There's no person in the whole world like you." Mr. Rogers A thank you to Mr. Fred Rogers for what he's done for children, and for us all...

William Kelly talks about how his Montessori schooling, from preschool to junior high, helped him develop into a successful educational-technology entrepreneur and a flourishing human being.

The importance and how-to of mirroring feelings

What if you could learn from an individual with literally a half century of experience in Montessori? Meet Sanford Jones.

The first time I visited a Montessori school, what I saw made me sick.

"How do I deal with each day-to-day issue that comes up with my children, while also helping to instill values that last?"