by Desert Montessori | Dec 6, 2022 | Uncategorized
By Augusta Durham When reading a recent New York Times article about Japanese fans cleaning up the stadium after a World Cup match, I was reminded of the collective care and responsibility that the children at DMS show towards their classroom environments. From our...
by Desert Montessori | Nov 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
by Cecelia Romero “Averting war is the work of politicians; establishing peace is the work of education. ” — Maria Montessori There are many things that draw me to Montessori philosophy and education, but the thing that keeps me rooted here is the focus on...
by Desert Montessori | Oct 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
By Adam Ferguson Autumn is officially here! When it comes to cooking, learning new recipes, using aromatic spices and in-season produce… autumn is a favorite of ours. There is nothing quite like spending a crisp Fall Day going for a walk, gazing at the vibrantly...
by Desert Montessori | Oct 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
“The greatest gifts we can give our children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence.” — Maria Montessori As you’ve likely observed, Montessori education takes building the child’s capacity for independence very seriously. From our child-sized...
by Desert Montessori | Sep 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
Who doesn’t love a good book list, particularly a seasonal one? We often finding ourselves reaching for the same titles over and over, and reading your child’s favorite book for the 57th time in one week can get… tedious, to say the least. Why not...
by Desert Montessori | Sep 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
Happy Birthday, Dr. Maria Montessori! Born August 31, 1870, in Chiaravalle, Italy. By Judith Mace “When children come into contact with nature, they reveal their strength”. – Maria Montessori Children and adults thrive in nature when exhilarated with fresh air,...
