All Things Montessori

This new segment on the All Things Montessori Podcast answers questions from our community!  Interested in submitting a question? Send me an email at allthingsmontessoripod@gmail.com.  Check out Little Justice Leaders! The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsulting.com/ Get 10% off your purchase at Sprout! Discount Code: AllThings10 Get 15% off your...

Revisit this dynamic episode where Jamie and Rachel sit down and talk through ways to keep your inspiration and energy up throughout the school year.  Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Virginia The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsulting.com/ Get 10% off your purchase at Sprout! Discount Code: Al...

Does independent play seem nearly impossible with your children at home? Listen to hear all about the Montessori approach to independent play and why it's so important.  The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsulting.com/ Get 10% off your purchase at Sprout! Discount Code: AllThings10 Get 15% off your purchase at Mindful & Co Kids Discount...

Join Rachel for a historical deep dive into the spectacular woman behind the Montessori method, Maria Montessori.  Association Montessori Internationale - Biography of Maria Montessori American Montessori Society - About Dr. Maria Montessori Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Virginia The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https:...

This week is all about the kitchen! Rachel talks through a practical approach to creating a space for children in the kitchen, emphasizes why it matters, and discusses the benefits of learning kitchen skills at a young age.  Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Virginia The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontes...

Look back at this amazing episode discussing the responsibility the Montessori guide can feel in the classroom, how to survive summer with your children at home, and the changes we've both been through since starting All Things Montessori.  Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Virginia The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  ht...

This week, I sit down with Tabitha Jamieson to talk through motherhood, Montessori with twins, and being a Montessori parent after the loss of a child.  *This episode contains topics such as pregnancy loss, IVF, and miscarriage. Please listen with care.* Connect with Tabitha:  Montessori with Multiples Website Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Vir...

This week, Rachel talks through lesson planning and how to successfully keep records without pulling your hair out, create systems that work for you, and how to confidently plan and give lessons in your classroom.  Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Virginia The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsul...

In this week's episode, Rachel breaks down the Montessori approach to teaching songs in the classroom. The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsulting.com/ Get 10% off your purchase at Sprout! Discount Code: AllThings10 Get 15% off your purchase at Mindful & Co Kids Discount Code: ALLTHINGSMONTESSORI Check out The Connected Montessorian , a...

Why can it be so intimidating to talk to your school's administration?  Jamie and I talk through strategies for teachers and administrators to streamline communication and get rid of toxicity.  Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Virginia The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsulting.com/ Get 10...

In this revisited episode, Jamie and Rachel talk all about cooking with children in the classroom and in the home.  Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Virginia The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsulting.com/ Get 10% off your purchase at Sprout! Discount Code: AllThings10 Get 15% off your purchase...

Let's face it; the last few months of school can be a complete drag. But, it doesn't have to be! Tune into this episode to discover lesson ideas and activities to make the last few months of school fun, engaging, and enjoyable.  Listen to my episode on Cooking with Children for further inspiration.  The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoricons...

This week, Rachel talks with friend and Montessori colleague, Kei Ikeda all about the power of dance. Kei shares a vulnerable story of navigating the grief of the sudden passing of her partner and how dance helped her during this incredibly difficult time.  Check out Montessori Dance! https://www.montessoridance.com.au/ Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls C...

This week, Rachel dives into the Montessori parenting approach. Have you heard about Montessori parenting but aren't quite sure what it is? Tune in to find out!  The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsulting.com/ Get 10% off your purchase at Sprout! Discount Code: AllThings10 Get 15% off your purchase at Mindful & Co Kids Discount Code: AL...

A new season can bring new growth, excitement, and curiosity. This week, Rachel talks about botany lessons, nature walks, and how to encourage children to learn from nature.  The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsulting.com/ Get 10% off your purchase at Sprout! Discount Code: AllThings10 Get 15% off your purchase at Mindful & Co Kids Discount...

Austin Matte, founder of The Connected Montessorian and Head of School at Upstone Montessori returns to talk through the importance of that third year of primary, where it all comes together.  Check out The Connected Montessorian, a proud partner of All Things Montessori.  Use code ATM1907 for 10% off your yearly discount for The Children's House Network. Subscribe to the ATM Substack Congres...

Let's revisit two of the most crucial components of the Montessori classroom, freedom and responsibility.  In this episode Jamie and Rachel sit down and talk through these two elements, how they work in the elementary environment, and how vital they are to the elementary child's experience.  Enjoy a second listen to this very special episode.  Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An c...

This week is all about implementing self-care practices in and out of the classroom. Taking care of yourself, especially if you're in a career that involves working with children, is not only a good idea, it's necessary.  Check out The Connected Montessorian , a proud partner of All Things Montessori.  Use code ATM1907 for 10% off your yearly discount for The Children's House Networ...

The incredible Rachael Lucille joins Rachel on the podcast today to talk all about social justice, navigating tough conversations through parenting, and how use books and literature as teaching tools. Rachael is a school program specialist and content creator for Little Justice Leaders.  Check out Little Justice Leaders! Check out The Connected Montessorian, a proud partner of All Things Montessor...

Repeat after me: declutter, shift, order, beauty.  This week's episode explores the idea of creating a Montessori environment in your home. Rachel breaks it down into simple terms and helps identify how to get started.  Connect with ATM on Instagram! @allthingsmontessori Subscribe to the ATM Substack The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsulti...

That's right. Montessori music (and music in general) is accessible to everyone, regardless of your musical background! This week, Rachel breaks down the ins and outs of Montessori music, how to get started in your classroom, and how to embrace teaching music lessons instead of fearing it.  The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsulting.com/ Ge...

In this dynamic episode, Jamie and Rachel discuss the importance of cultivating confidence in the elementary classroom. They talk through their own relationship to confidence, how to create an environment of acceptance and support, and how vital confidence is to a child's development.  Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Virginia The All Things...

Observation is a pillar of Montessori education. But, why is it so important? This episode goes into all the details of observation and why it is so helpful to teachers, caregivers, and parents. It can inform, confirm, and evoke a sense of wonder, which are all vital in our Montessori work.  The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontessoriconsulting.com/ Get 10...

Have you heard the word Montessori and felt intrigued but also confused? You're not alone. In this episode, Rachel breaks down the fundamentals of Montessori and identifies key elements to look for if you're considering a Montessori program for your child.  Connect with me on instagram @allthingsmontessori The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it out.  https://allthingsmontess...

Jamie is back on All Things Montessori for this wonderful conversation! We talk about the responsibility the Montessori guide can feel in the classroom, how to survive summer with your children at home, and the changes we've both been through since starting All Things Montessori.  Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Virginia The All Things Mont...