The Absorbent Mind & Sensitive Periods

One of the most fascinating and vital concepts in Montessori education is the understanding of how children learn in their early years — specifically, through what Dr. Maria Montessori termed the Absorbent Mind and Sensitive Periods. If you’ve ever watched your child...

Creating a Montessori-Friendly Home Environment

Montessori doesn’t stop at the classroom door. In fact, the Montessori approach thrives when it extends into the home. At Rockridge Montessori, we encourage families to create environments at home that reflect the same principles of respect, order, independence, and...

Why Independence Is So Important In Early Childhood

Why is Independence So Important in Early Childhood? Children are innately driven to learn how to function in the world. The more they can do for themselves, the more capable, confident, and motivated they become. Dr. Maria Montessori observed that true education is...