Why is There No Homework in the Montessori Elementary Environment?
In this episode, Jamie and Rachel address the issue of homework: namely, that children do not get assigned homework in the Montessori elementary. They will discuss why this is the case, and what parents and teachers can do to support children in learning during the school day and at home.
6 Okt 201925min
The Importance of Self Care for Adults Who Work with Children
Teachers give a lot of time and energy to the children in their care, as they should. But how do they replenish this energy and take care of themselves? In this episode, Jamie and Rachel discuss options for self care for adults who work with children, and why this is so important.
1 Okt 201924min
The First Month of School
In this week's episode, Jamie and Rachel talk about the first month of school in the Montessori elementary classroom. What can you expect after a month has passed? How do you handle challenges in a new community? What are the things a guide should be thinking about? Tune in to find the answers to these questions and more!
22 Sep 201945min
Putting Your Montessori Training Into Practice
In this episode, we talk about making the transition from training into the classroom. How do we make this work in practice? How do we get the support we need to do this work? Jamie and Rachel share their own experiences early in their career, and talk about strategies for making this transition.
10 Sep 201926min
Our Montessori Stories
In this introduction episode, Jamie and Rachel talk through their own journey to Montessori. They share their own Montessori Story and also talk through their friendship and how this podcast came to be.
9 Sep 20195min
