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Beyond the Desk: What Traditional Schools Get Wrong (and Montessori Gets Right)

Beyond the Desk: What Traditional Schools Get Wrong (and Montessori Gets Right)

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

Why Montessori? The Science of a Smarter Start Most parents worry about the same thing: Is my child just memorizing, or are they actually learning? Traditional classrooms often rely on textbooks and “sit-still-and-listen” teaching. In contrast, the...
What Most Daycares Get Wrong About Toddler Independence

What Most Daycares Get Wrong About Toddler Independence

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.” However, in actual practice,...
Montessori Infant Toddler Programs vs In-Home Childcare: What Families Should Know

Montessori Infant Toddler Programs vs In-Home Childcare: What Families Should Know

by Cyndi Benson | Dec 31, 2025 | Montessori 101, Montessori Early Development, Parenting Tips

Montessori Infant Toddler Programs vs In-Home Childcare: What Families Should Know Most parents do not have the luxury of choosing whether to go back to work. Choosing care for your infant or toddler is one of the most important decisions your family makes. You want...
How Sensorial Materials Organize Your Child’s Mind

How Sensorial Materials Organize Your Child’s Mind

by Cyndi Benson | Nov 2, 2025 | Montessori 201, Montessori at Home, Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips

“The senses, being explorers of the world, open the way to knowledge.”Maria Montessori The sensorial materials are one of the most unique parts of a Montessori classroom. Their purpose is simple yet effective. They help children refine their senses so they can better...
Montessori Practical Life: Building a Confident, Independent Child

Montessori Practical Life: Building a Confident, Independent Child

by Cyndi Benson | Oct 28, 2025 | Montessori 201, Montessori at Home, Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips

“The first aim of the prepared environment is, as far as it is possible, to render the growing child independent of the adult.”— Maria Montessori The Heart of Practical Life In Montessori, Practical Life is where a child’s independence begins. From the...
How to Prepare Yourself for Your Baby’s First Day of Daycare

How to Prepare Yourself for Your Baby’s First Day of Daycare

by Cyndi Benson | Oct 19, 2025 | Montessori 101, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips

7 Steps to Easing Your Heart While Your Baby Begins a New Routine Starting daycare when your baby is still so little can feel emotional. You want them to be loved, safe, and understood, and it’s completely normal to feel both ready and uncertain. With a little...
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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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174 Cass Ave
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Phone: (586) 465-4260
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