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What Does "Freedom and Limits" Mean?

The idea of freedom and limits is fundamental to the Montessori philosophy but is often misunderstood. Some people hear this phrase and...

The Power of Self-Correction

Maria Montessori meticulously designed the materials and spaces that she created for young children. She considered all aspects of the...

Phrases To Use Instead of "Good Job"

At Fiore, our goal is to build the child’s intrinsic motivation. In order to achieve this, we work to reduce the amount of adult opinion...

Lunch at Fiore

Lunch in a primary environment at Fiore might look a little different from your own memories of school lunches. Although each class...

How do you know when to offer help?

How often in life do we come across a skill or task that feels difficult, maybe even impossible but we work hard, practice, experiment,...

Tips for Preparing for School

The first day of school is almost here! The start of the school year is full of emotions, from anticipation to excitement and maybe even...

What Does Independence Look Like In a Classroom at Fiore?

Offering opportunities for independence is a cornerstone of education at Fiore. Dr.Montessori famously said, “Never help a child with a...