This is why Montessori homes and schools are so important; they are more collaborative than competitive, they mediate and reconcile rather than punish, they find ways to strengthen the communal bond while bringing out the best in individual members, and they celebrate variety they forged as a whole. Read more »
Freshman big brother (Montessori alumnus) home from university for the holidays reads aloud to his sister in Montessori early elementary. He plays a vital role in keeping a nightly family tradition going. These practices are powerful for keeping the rich and healthy family culture strong and happy. Read more »