February 24th, 2023
Every February we celebrate Black History Month to acknowledge all the contributions made by the African American community to our country. The celebration started in 1926 as a response to the lack of information on the accomplishments of black people that was available to the public. It started as a week-long celebration in a time […]
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February 11th, 2023
Shelves: These can be used for many different things. Standing, open shelves can be used to store toys, tools, Montessori learning materials, books, etc. This will help children physical see where these things belong.
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May 10th, 2021
Maria Montessori Children & Nature Young children are sensorial learners. This quote from Dr. Montessori above embodies how rich their experiences can be. Even as an adult, the memories of walking barefoot in grass from my own childhood are still so strong. Nature has the ability to calm us, to connect us with beauty, […]
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March 2nd, 2021
It isn’t easy to lose to someone or to finish last in a race. Haven’t we seen adult tennis players slam their rackets on the ground? How much harder would it be then, for a preschooler to rationalize losing and keep a calm facade? We live in an exceedingly competitive world. We have all seen […]
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January 12th, 2021
Many parents think of Montessori as being an excellent method of education during the preschool years. They then prepare to transition the child out of Montessori and into a traditional K12 school when the child is 5 years old. As an educator, I always help the parents and their children prepare for this next step. […]
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January 6th, 2021
When I was a young parent, a time-out was considered a good way to teach a child about actions and consequences. In the last decade, however, research on timeouts and punishment points to better alternatives. As the founder of a vibrant and wonderful private Montessori in Frisco and Plano, I have learned much from children […]
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December 15th, 2020
Here, Alpha Montessori wants to educate parents on providing a strong digital literacy program for children to understand the online world, encourage them to ask for help when necessary and value self-care and be safe. We are a renowned montessori school in plano & frisco, north dallas. As parents and educators, we can see […]
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September 25th, 2020
Montessori education, the multidimensional pedagogy developed by Maria Montessori, has stood the test of time. Every decade has its talking point, be it diversity, climate change or social justice. The beauty of a Montessori pedagogy is that it is relevant to all these conversations. It embraces change and values lifelong learning. Parents value the […]
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August 18th, 2020
Montessori education is a groundbreaking and multidimensional pedagogy developed by Maria Montessori in 1897. Many of us know about Primary Montessori education that lasts until age 6 but Elementary Montessori unlocks many wonderful explorations and experiences for the older child. In fact, while in India, Maria Montessori formulated Montessori for elementary level all the way […]
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August 4th, 2020
As we enter the second half of 2020, we find ourselves more prepared and vigilant when it comes to COVID-19 precautions and safety measures. There are no universal safety measures when it comes to the coronavirus, but the experts agree that a combination of stringent hand hygiene and social distancing does work well on preventing […]
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July 17th, 2020
Maria Montessori was an individual who had a passion for world peace and she very strongly advocated for a movement toward peace during her time. Her desire was to create a place that was inviting to diversity of different cultures. Montessori not only shows children to value cultural differences but it instills acceptance and respect […]
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June 20th, 2020
Dear Alpha Montessori Families, Alpha Montessori School is carefully monitoring the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and will be updating this website regularly to share information about the School’s preparations and responses. Our Health and Safety Practices We are closely following guidance from the CDC, as well as state and local officials and health […]
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June 11th, 2020
If you are the parent of a toddler, you undoubtedly know that language and literacy skills are crucial for his or her overall development. Reading is a wonderful experience but also an equally important skill. A child must possess the skill of language to express and communicate to others around them. There are ways […]
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May 28th, 2020
Here, Alpha Montessori School lists our the Top-8 Recommended Must-read Books for Parents by the Montessori community. These books will shape any parent’s perspective and encourage us to build a bond with our children.
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April 28th, 2020
HURRAY FOR THE OUTDOORS !!! Did you know that gardening can have a monumental impact on a child, both cognitively and behaviorally? Children are continuously learning with whatever is in their surroundings. Nutrition awareness is an important element in today’s focus on health and wellness. For a growing child, the very process of tending […]
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April 10th, 2020
When COVID-19 entered our cities and towns, the world seemed to change overnight for our children. Free-spirited and lively little people who love to run around and crave open spaces are now confined to staying at home, and this change brings many challenges, the biggest one being that many do not know how to express […]
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March 28th, 2020
With schools in America shut due to COVID-19, you must be spending time at home. If you are also working from home, getting your child to keep busy during this time can be especially tricky. Here are 10 In-Home Montessori Activities to do during the Novel COVID-19 pandemic.
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March 10th, 2020
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September 28th, 2019
As an adult, it’s easy to describe and demonstrate the proper morals and attitudes expected of a well-rounded individual. But when it comes to a young child, how do we instill those same principles? Or more importantly, is it even a possibility to teach someone so new to this world? Sometimes these simple (but impacting) […]
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August 28th, 2019
When you hear the word “classroom”…your brain normally flashes images of confining desks, strict schedules, and dull indoor lighting. What if you walked into a classroom full of toddlers…but on this particular day, their classroom was their garden? Guides (Teachers) standing watch without interruption after demonstrating how to use tiny fingers to pull weeds from […]
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July 28th, 2019
Chores may sound like the last thing we want to hear as an adult. However, children are capable (and more than willing!) to help us out around the house. We’ve put together a list of some age-appropriate duties you can start implementing at home with your Montessori child. 12 – 18 MONTHS Pour their own […]
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