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The Montessori Infant-Toddler Curriculum: Building the Foundation for Life

The Montessori Infant-Toddler Curriculum: Building the Foundation for Life

by Cyndi Benson | May 16, 2026 | Montessori 101, Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips

“The greatness of the human personality begins at the hour of birth.” Maria Montessori An authentic Montessori curriculum starts in infancy, when each child’s natural curiosity begins to unfold. From the first days of life, children are absorbing everything around...
What Does it Mean to “Follow the Child?”

What Does it Mean to “Follow the Child?”

by Cyndi Benson | May 14, 2026 | Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips

“Free the child’s potential, and you will transform him into the world.” Maria Montessori “Follow the child” means that we trust that children to be natural learners. Dr. Maria Montessori believed that children come into the world with an inner drive...
Montessori vs. Traditional Education: What are the Key Differences?

Montessori vs. Traditional Education: What are the Key Differences?

by Cyndi Benson | May 10, 2026 | Montessori 101, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips, What is Montessori?

Montessori vs. Traditional Education: What the Science Actually Shows Montessori vs. Traditional Education: A Side-by-Side Comparison Category 🌱 Montessori Traditional Learning Pace Child-paced mastery Grade-level, standardized Teaching Style Teacher observes & guides...
What is a Montessori Pre-K Classroom? A Guide to Hands-On Learning

What is a Montessori Pre-K Classroom? A Guide to Hands-On Learning

by Cyndi Benson | May 1, 2026 | Montessori 101, Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips, What is Montessori?

More Than a Preschool: A Glimpse Inside the Montessori Pre-K Classroom Selecting the right Pre-K program is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. When you choose Montessori, you are choosing more than just a school — you are choosing an environment...
What Should Parents Look for in a Montessori Infant Toddler Daycare?

What Should Parents Look for in a Montessori Infant Toddler Daycare?

by Cyndi Benson | Apr 21, 2026 | Montessori 101, Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips, What is Montessori?

Building a Strong Foundation: Montessori Infant and Toddler Care Maria Montessori once wrote that “[t]he greatness of the human personality begins at the hour of birth.” Over a century later, neuroscience confirms what she observed: the first three years...
Beyond the Worksheet: What Makes Elementary Montessori Different?

Beyond the Worksheet: What Makes Elementary Montessori Different?

by Cyndi Benson | Apr 16, 2026 | Montessori 101, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips

During the elementary years, something remarkable happens in a child’s mind. Young children who once asked endless “what” questions begin to ask “why.”  Why do things work the way they do? Why does history unfold the way it does? Why do numbers behave the way they do?...
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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
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