Antoinette LaGrossa

Language development is key to your child's education. Learning to read, often quite early, draws many parents to the Montessori method. The multi-sensory approach is also a powerful support for learners with special needs. Now it's easier than ever to bring this proven method into your home! Discover the secrets of the movable alphabet, sensory tracing, hands-on grammar, and more. These Montessori activities and materials will have your preschool to 4th gr. child asking for more.

"Following the Child" -an often misunderstood part of the Montessori Method- unlocks your child's talents. Developmentally appropriate work, sensory experience, practical work, and privileged concentration enable your child to become a self-motivated, goal-oriented, life-long learner.

Montessori is a unique educational approach that nurtures a child’s intrinsic desire to learn. Discover the power of personalized learning, focusing on the whole child, and advancing his or her development. It's perfect for children of any age or ability and is a natural fit for homeschooling. Introducing Montessori methods as early as possible puts a child on the right path to becoming a confident, self-motivated learner.

Just starting out and want to ensure your child enjoys math? See math frustration in your older child and want to change course? Do you both dread math time? Easy-to-implement multisensory tips and Socratic questioning will help you dodge mistakes people unwittingly make when teaching math to 3 to 13 yo's. Start on the path to conceptual understanding and overcome homeschool math school blues!

The way you phrase things can change your child's whole outlook on the day. Use Montessori’s powerful techniques to make the most of verbal and nonverbal communication. Set the stage for your child to become a principled, self-directed learner who takes ownership of their actions and decisions, making the homeschool environment more enjoyable for the whole family. These strategies will have you saying, "Why didn't I think of that?!"