The coronavirus forces us to be a family again

The coronavirus forces us to be a family again

I love the reflection that the psychologist F. Morelli makes about COVID-19 in the newspaper “El Mundo,” especially regarding families: “I believe the universe has its way of restoring balance to things according to its own laws, when these are disrupted. The coronavirus forces schools to close and pushes us to seek alternative solutions, to…

‘Autonomous Children, Intelligent Adults’ written by Olimpia Tarda

‘Autonomous Children, Intelligent Adults’ written by Olimpia Tarda

“Could you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?” “That depends a good deal on where you want to get to,” said the Cat. “I don’t much care where—” said Alice. “Then it doesn’t matter which way you go,” interrupted the Cat (Alice in Wonderland, Lewis Carroll). Knowing where we want…

Is the Montessori Method Right for My Child?

Is the Montessori Method Right for My Child?

It is unlikely that a method characterized by its adaptability to the individual differences of each child would not be suitable for any particular child. Below, we will name the most relevant characteristics of this method in relation to its ability to adapt to each child: Considering these characteristics, it is clear that this method…

What does freedom within limits mean in a Montessori classroom?

What does freedom within limits mean in a Montessori classroom?

Freedom, broadly speaking, is the capacity of consciousness to think and act according to one’s own will. Discipline comes through freedom, as these two are sides of the same coin. If we give a child the freedom of choice following their internal order, they will reach self-discipline. In a Montessori environment, a child has the…

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