November 20, 2020
These suggestions will help your child develop a love of learning and self-motivation, which is foundational to their continued growth: Follow the child in all things. […]
November 20, 2020
In Montessori, a prepared environment means planning ahead to anticipate the needs of the child so that when the child begins work, they are successful. Here […]
May 31, 2017
Self-regulation is often confused for self-control, discipline, or compliance. These words paint a picture of an emotional victory against stressful odds. A skillful self-regulating child, however, […]
April 6, 2017
Developing good sleeping habits is an important cornerstone in your child’s development. We all know that sleep serves fundamental biological needs. However, the time spent before […]
March 20, 2017
At Starwood Schools, we empathize with the challenges you may face as a parent in picking the right school for your child. If you are actively […]
February 8, 2017
Dr. Maria Montessori once wrote: “Education is not something which the teacher does … it is a natural process which develops spontaneously in the human being. […]
January 19, 2017
One element of authentic Montessori schools that often surprises parents new to the philosophy is the schools’ use of mixed age groups. Instead of placing students […]
December 25, 2016
Many parents of children who attend public schools express frustration that their kids refuse to talk about the school day. Yet, parental involvement in education is […]