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This is a really well-written article about why Montessori is so important for the future of America's economy. Great for parents to read. Thanks to Daniel Petter-Lipstein for bringing it to our attention.

Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (Hoarding, Mirror Polish, Napping, Meeting with Assistant) Transcript Date: November 21, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Practical Life, Noise Level, Use of the Farm, Hundred Board, Writing ) Transcript Date: November 21, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Spelling, Research Writing) Transcript Date: November 21, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (Using the Toilet) Transcript Date: November 14, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Sensorial Materials, Practical Life, Joy of Teaching) Transcript Date: November 14, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (AMI Teacher Training, Research Writing – Use of Key Words, Math Facts) Transcript Date: November 14, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (Music, Role of Assistant) Transcript Date: November 7, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Snack, Show and Tell, All Year Montessori Staffing) Transcript Date: November 7, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Follow up Work, Research Writing) Transcript Date: November 7, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (The Nido) Transcript Date: October 24, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Encouraging Independence, Gifted Child, Combining Classes, Work or Play?) Transcript Date: October 24, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Command Cards, Teaching Art, Geometry Nomenclature) Transcript Date: October 24, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (Starting a New Class, First Day of Class, Giving Lessons) Transcript Date: October 17, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Mandatory Nap Time, Short Work Period, Dismissal Time, Parent Communication: Developmental Concern, Assistants Giving Lessons) Transcript Date: October 17, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Short Work Period, Language Arts Specialist, Writing and Literature, Assistant Training) Transcript Date: October 17, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (Starting New Class, Connecting Children to Work) Transcript Date: October 10. 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Reading, Messy Snack, Disruptive Children, Group Time: Yes or No, Teaching Cursive) Transcript Date: October 10, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Research Writing, Authoritative Relationship) Transcript Date: October 10, 2012

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Daniel Pink interview with author, Paul Tough

Early last week best selling author Daniel Pink hosted another best selling author, Paul Tough, on his Internet Broadcast talk show, Office Hours. Paul Tough is the author of the recently released book, How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character. 

Daniel Pink's Interview with Paul Tough

I was fortunate enough to be selected to ask a question live on the broadcast and extoll some of the benefits of a Montessori education. Daniel Pink, a fan of Montessori, then went on to talk more about the qualities of a Montessori education. 

Respect More Crucial Than Love

Provocative article about love and respect in parent child relationships. I don't always agree with Peter Gray, but I do appreciate his perspective and think he is right on with this post.

In Relationships, Respect May Be Even More Crucial Than Love

Raising Successful Children

 

Great NYT article for parents. Simple, straightforward, brutally honest. Powerful combination. 

Raising Successful Children

Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (State Licensing) Transcript Date: May 2, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Struggling Reader, Slow Learner) Transcript Date: May 1, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Walking on the Line, Correcting Posture, Separation Anxiety) Transcript Date: April 30, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Essay Writing, Lying) Transcript Date: April 24, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Parent Communication) Transcript Date: April 23, 1012

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The Lessons of Mealtime

Nice article from the NYT reminding parents of the opportunities during meal time to help our children understand our values and to share many important aspects of social life. 

Table Talk: The New Family Dinner

Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (Flower Arranging, New Assistant) Transcript Date: April 18, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Starting Upper El, Special Needs)

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Sharing Artwork, Special Needs) Transcript Date: April 16, 2012

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Making the Best of Parent-Teacher Conferences: Eight Tips for Success for Teachers

A Companion Article for Teachers about Parent-Teacher Conferences to help make parente communication more successful. Written by Wendy Calise, Head of School at Countryside Montessori School and Director of MTIPS.

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Making the Best of Parent Teacher Conferences: Eight Steps to Success for Parents

Great article to give to parents as they prepare for parent teacher conferences. Written by Michael Thompson, Ph. D., author of Raising Cain.

Making the Best of Parent Teacher Conferences: Eight Steps to Success for Parents

Ten Big Ideas of School Leadership

Great article about school leadership by Principal of King Middle School in Maine, Mike McCarthy. Easy read. Definitely worth the time.

Ten Big Ideas of School Leadership

Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (Making Baking Work) Transcript Date: March 14, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Assigned Reading, Upper Elementary Attrition) Transcript Date: March 13, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Outdoor Play, PL Clean Up Process, Four Year Old Boys) Transcript Date: March 12, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (Material Presentations, Environment, Difficult Children) Transcript Date: March 7, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Misuse of Art Material, Cursive Writing, Math Expectations, Starting the Day, Response to Deviation) Transcript Date: March 5, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Material Sequence, Art Materials, Quality of Work) Transcript Date: February 28, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Pencil Grip, Golden Beads, Sensorial Materials) Transcript Date: February 27, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (Number of Children, Language Area, Aggressive Child, Complete Work Cycle, Setting Limits) Transcript Date: February 15, 22, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Spelling and Math Facts, Divisibility Lessons, Great Lessons Mid-year) Transcript Date: February 14, 21, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Children Interrupting Work, Child Hitting) Transcript Date: February 20, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (Work for Older Children 2.5+ Years, Bread Dough Variations) Transcript Date: February 8, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (Learning Challenge, Performances, Limits on Independent Research) Transcript Date: February 7, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Connecting Children to Work) Transcript Date: February 6, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Primary (Getting a Class Started, Why Five Days per Week, Interest Board, Summer Programs) Transcript Date: January 30, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Infant Community (Interview Process, Making Apron/Towel/Mitt Sets) Transcript Date: February 1, 2012

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Mentor Transcript: Elementary (How Many Lessons, How Much Follow Up, How Much Direction, Bill Robertson – Science, Team Teaching, Control of Movement) Transcript Date: January 31, 2012

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