“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...
Is It Magic or Is It Science? How We Teach Reading. Parents often walk into our Mount Clemens Preschool classrooms and ask, “How will my child learn to ready?” It can look like magic – but it is actually a carefully designed method that aligns...
Potty training is a big milestone, and for many families, it can also feel like one of the most overwhelming. It’s tempting to use sticker charts, candy, or other rewards to motivate your child, and while those can sometimes work in the short term, they build external...
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...
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...
10 Ways to Prepare for Your Child’s First Day of a Montessori Preschool The first day of school is a big step for children and families. In many Montessori schools the preschool is called “primary.” At Montessori Stepping Stones in Mount Clemens, our primary program...
