There is chatter as class begins. “Who is leading the discussion?” “Did you finish the analysis sheets?” “What analysis sheets?” “Has anyone ever thought how it would feel to wake up without language?” The student’s face is full of inquiry, and he continues, “Would it be our worst nightmare or a relief…you know…we would be … Read more The Way We Teach: Out of Our Heads
The two-year old approaches … hand outstretched. We shake. “Good morning,” I say. He moves on—silent. An older toddler and another confident handshake. To my “Good morning” he shouts, “I’m four! I can have gumballs!” A shy youngster emerges from the crosswalk … glides past my outstretched hand. I turn to watch her ascend to … Read more How We Teach: From Shy to Hi
The Amazon founder and chief executive, Jeff Bezos, and his wife, MacKenzie, pledge $2 billion for a new fund to start Montessori preschools to serve low-income students across the country. This sizable pledge shows his commitment and belief in the Montessori method and is a great vote of confidence in the benefit and impact of … Read more Amazon Founder Pledges $2 Billion for Montessori Education
