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

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

by Cyndi Benson | Jul 27, 2026 | 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...
Toddler Independence: What Traditional Daycares Get Wrong

Toddler Independence: What Traditional Daycares Get Wrong

by Cyndi Benson | Jul 25, 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 such as “we encourage independence” or “we teach self-help skills.”...
What Is My Child Doing All Day in a Montessori Classroom?

What Is My Child Doing All Day in a Montessori Classroom?

by Cyndi Benson | Jul 20, 2026 | Montessori 101, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips, What is Montessori?

Parents are sometimes surprised by what they see when they walk into a Montessori classroom for the first time. There is not a teacher standing at the front of the room delivering one lesson to the entire class. Children are working independently – carrying...
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 | Jul 17, 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...
What Subjects Are Taught in a Montessori Preschool and Kindergarten Classroom?

What Subjects Are Taught in a Montessori Preschool and Kindergarten Classroom?

by Cyndi Benson | Jul 15, 2026 | Montessori 101, Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, What is Montessori?

Our Kindergarten & Preschool Curriculum in Macomb County Every part of the environment works together to support the whole child. Academic growth, independence, concentration and social development unfold naturally as children explore each area at their own pace....
Why Choose a Montessori Preschool Program for Your Child?

Why Choose a Montessori Preschool Program for Your Child?

by Cyndi Benson | Jul 15, 2026 | Montessori 101, Montessori Early Development, What is Montessori?

“What makes Montessori different from traditional preschool?” At Montessori Stepping Stones, every part of our environment works together to support the whole child. While traditional childcare often focuses on teacher-led activities, our private Montessori preschool...
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  • Beyond the Wooden Shelves: What Makes a School Authentically Montessori?
  • Montessori Infant Toddler Programs vs In-Home Childcare: What Families Should Know
  • Toddler Independence: What Traditional Daycares Get Wrong
  • The Montessori Infant-Toddler Curriculum: Building the Foundation for Life
  • The Surprising Way Montessori Teaches Kids to Read (and Why It Works)

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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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