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Montessori Preschool Summer Program in Mount Clemens: Science & Nature Exploration

Montessori Preschool Summer Program in Mount Clemens: Science & Nature Exploration

by Cyndi Benson | Feb 6, 2026 | Montessori Education, School News & Events

Children are natural observers with a deep-seated curiosity about the world around them. The Montessori Preschool Summer Program in Mount Clemens is designed to nurture this drive through hands-on learning for children ages 3-5 throughout the Macomb County area....
Montessori vs. Traditional Education: What the Science Actually Shows

Montessori vs. Traditional Education: What the Science Actually Shows

by Cyndi Benson | Feb 1, 2026 | Montessori 101, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips, What is Montessori?

Why Montessori? The Science of a Smarter Start Category 🌱 Montessori Traditional Learning Pace Child-paced mastery Grade-level, standardized Teaching Style Teacher observes & guides Teacher instructs & directs Assessment Observation & portfolio Tests & grades...
Toddler Independence: What Traditional Daycares Get Wrong

Toddler Independence: What Traditional Daycares Get Wrong

by Cyndi Benson | Jan 12, 2026 | Montessori 101, Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips, What is Montessori?

Independence is one of the most talked-about goals in early childhood education. Many daycares advertise that they help toddlers become independent. You might hear phrases like “we encourage independence” or “we teach self-help skills.”...
Montessori Summer Program: A Summer That Feels Like Childhood

Montessori Summer Program: A Summer That Feels Like Childhood

by Cyndi Benson | Jan 9, 2026 | Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, School News & Events

Our Montessori summer program in Macomb County runs June 15 through August 28, 2026, serving children from 6 weeks through 8th grade at our Mount Clemens campus. Spaces fill quickly each year – if you are considering enrolling for summer 2026, we encourage...
The Myth of Socialization in Infant and Toddler Care

The Myth of Socialization in Infant and Toddler Care

by Cyndi Benson | Dec 26, 2025 | Montessori 101, Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, What is Montessori?

Why More Peer Interaction is Not Always Better One common reason families give for choosing group care for infants and toddlers is socialization. Parents are often told that young children need to be around other children as much as possible to learn how to share,...
Beyond the Wooden Shelves: What Makes a School Authentically Montessori?

Beyond the Wooden Shelves: What Makes a School Authentically Montessori?

by Cyndi Benson | Dec 7, 2025 | Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, What is Montessori?

Spoiler alert: It’s not the wooden shelves and the neutral color scheme  Montessori has become a buzzword in the education world. You see it everywhere. Pinterest boards filled with natural wood toys. Instagram classrooms with open shelving and baskets. Schools...
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  • What is a Montessori Pre-K Classroom? A Guide to Hands-On Learning
  • The Montessori Journey: From Infancy Through 8th Grade in Macomb County
  • What is Montessori Education? | Macomb County Parent’s Guide (2026)
  • Why Consistency is the Key to a Successful Infant & Toddler Summer Program
  • What Should Parents Look for in a Montessori Infant Toddler Daycare?

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We invite you to discover Montessori Stepping Stones, a private Montessori daycare and Montessori school located in Mount Clemens, MI. We have been committed to providing a genuine and authenticate Montessori program for over 40 years based on the philosophy and methods of Dr. Maria Montessori.

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  • Infant & Toddler Daycare
  • Preschool Program (Pre-K)
  • Kindergarten
  • Elementary School
  • Middle School

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Montessori Stepping Stones
174 Cass Ave
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Phone: (586) 465-4260
Email: info@montessoristeppingstones.com
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