As a teacher, what to do with a boy who’s cussing in the classroom? Sandra Girlato’s got a funny and super insightful story on that. As a parent, what to do with a child who won’t put on her shoes before leaving the house? Sandra got a story on that, too. How to get children to eat any kind of food? She's got one on that. How to help children care for others — genuinely, without lectures? She has a story around that, too. If you don’t know Sandra Girlato — mom; grandma; Montessori teacher; Direc...
Jun 04, 2025•57 min•Ep. 122
“Remember that every day is a new day, and we can start again. Whatever you didn’t like from the day before just change it the following day.” Gaby Velazquez Gaby is a longtime mom, AMI Montessori trainer for ages 0-3, and the guest on our latest episode of The Montessori Education Podcast. A few of the topics/questions covered: ~“I just don’t have time — what do I do?” ~“Is my child behind language wise, and how do I aid him?” ~“Montessori at home — what’s that like?” ~”How do I help my child b...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 121
-What is a Montessori assistant -- what is his/her role? -What happens when an assistant disagrees with a head teacher or guide -- and what happens when real conflict arises between them? -Should assistants speak with parents, or is that solely the job of the head Montessori teacher or administrators? These and other big questions about assistants in the Montessori classroom are asked and answered in this super practical yet also deep discussion about the job of an assistant. Episode is especial...
Mar 04, 2025•44 min•Ep. 120
Sometimes what we think is the problem is not really the problem. Digging deeper into the things that might stress us out, that might bring on strong emotions. "The real preparation for education is a study of one's self." Maria Montessori "When you see good, collect yourself and absorb what you've witnessed. When you see what is ungood, allow yourself to feel the upset and then look within." -adaptation of Xunzi, student of Confucius
Feb 02, 2025•19 min•Ep. 119
As a teacher or an administrator it’s wonderful to hear a mom or dad say, “I want to go back to school here.” Today’s guest Bridget Dangel — longtime Montessori educator, school owner, and mom — shares her experience running a chill, home-like Montessori school that no doubt often brought on this kind of parent feedback.
Dec 16, 2024•40 min•Ep. 118
We’re so focused on political life but what about our own personal lives? As Maria Montessori said, “We all need to be changed.” #children #parents #teachers #knowthyself
Nov 07, 2024•16 min•Ep. 117
So many parents choose Montessori school for their children’s preschool and kindergarten years, but what about Montessori for elementary and beyond?
Sep 26, 2024•55 min•Ep. 116
What happens when you lose your cool on your child? How do you get along with your significant other when there is disagreement? Any concerns about Montessori? These and more questions discussed with four Montessori dads. From The Montessori Education Podcast with Jesse McCarthy | https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/dads-talk-montessori-and-parenting
Aug 28, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 115
"A few days ago during pickup at our little schoolhouse, a mom shows up to get her daughter, who is 3 yrs old. ..." A story about how we treat children -- and how we might change things around for the benefit of us all
Jun 26, 2024•11 min•Ep. 114
"You don't have to go Instagram worthy to raise a child. That is a lie." A Montessori OG, Claudia Alvarez, speaks to today’s moms and dads...
May 21, 2024•30 min•Ep. 113
Permission not needed. I asked my wife, “Did you tell Kennedy to do that??” Nope. -from The Montessori Education Podcast with Jesse McCarthy | https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/kennedy-the-plant-masters-of-the-house
Apr 24, 2024•14 min•Ep. 112
One little change can have an impact.
Mar 06, 2024•12 min•Ep. 111
Jeff Bezos was a Montessori child -- and became one of the most successful entrepreneurs in history. Is there a connection between early Montessori education and later success in business? Our guest today, the ed-tech entrepreneur William Kelly, thinks there can be, if an individual chooses such a career path for his or her life. And Will himself is proof, being a former Montessori child who now attributes much of his success as an adult to his Montessori schooling. from The Montessori Eduction ...
Feb 06, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 110
Interview with Janet Lansbury, author of 'No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame', host of 'Respectful Parenting - Unruffled Podcast', mother of three grown children, and great advocate of Magda Gerber’s Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE).
Jan 02, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 109
An example of how I interact with my toddler son #montessori #toddlers #freedom -The Montessori Education Podcast | https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/ragnar-at-the-zoo -The Montessori Club | https://www.skool.com/montessori/about
Nov 30, 2023•17 min•Ep. 108
On the show today are Angeline Lillard and Justus Randolph, two research professors who recently found some impressive results for children in Montessori school vs traditional school.
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 107
In the aftermath of the atrocities of WWII, Maria Montessori gave a speech. Given the current state of the world, especially with the recent horrific attack on Israel -- really on all civilized human beings -- her talk is well worth hearing. "... the monster does not come to life all of a sudden. It is not created in one moment, in one hour, in one week, even in one year."
Oct 11, 2023•16 min•Ep. 106
No-nonsense answers to three Montessori parent questions from a live Q&A with Ginni Sackett and Jesse McCarthy: -How much screen time should young children have, if any? -What happens after Montessori school? -How do we do Montessori at home?
Sep 12, 2023•26 min•Ep. 105
“The real preparation for education is a study of one’s self.” Maria Montessori Gaining big from Maria Montessori’s story about Granny..
Aug 22, 2023•16 min•Ep. 104
Former Dean of Students, Head of School and President of the ultra selective $50,000 a year Sage Hill high school talks education and parenting.
Jun 20, 2023•59 min•Ep. 103
One child is "too independent," the other has "high anxiety." What to do? Clip from a parent Q&A at a recent live event.. https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/parent-questions-independence-anxiety
May 23, 2023•11 min•Ep. 102
Is fantasy accepted in Montessori, or is it frowned upon, or is it welcomed with open arms? The wonderful returning guest Ms. Ginni Sackett joins us as we dive into fantasy, imagination, pretend play and more in Montessori schools, homes, and beyond. https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/fantasy-children
May 02, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 101
A conversation with one of the most experienced Montessorians alive today. Mrs. Beverley McGhee is 94 years young and began in Montessori in the 1960s, when she and her husband started Alexander Montessori School in Miami, Florida.
Mar 21, 2023•50 min•Ep. 100
Good, bad, in the middle, maybe even horrible ... https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/are-playpens-montessori
Mar 07, 2023•30 min•Ep. 99
“I always thought I’d send my kids to public school. But I’m probably not going to do that now.” Andrew, who understandably didn’t want to share his last name for this discussion, has been an elementary school teacher for the past 10 years. But he’s recently started to question if what he and his public-school colleagues are doing is actually helping students — or holding them back. With his own two young children (a toddler and a 5-year-old) now in Montessori school, and their showing incredibl...
Feb 07, 2023•52 min•Ep. 98
Taking on critical questions and feedback... -Can children be too confident? Should we be encouraging humility instead? -Are Montessori children stronger academically and socially and emotionally, etc. because they come from higher SES (socio economic status), i.e. from richer families? -Is it better to drill kids in school or allow them to follow their interests? -And more... From The Montessori Education Podcast with Jesse McCarthy | https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/montessori-pushb...
Jan 17, 2023•33 min•Ep. 97
"The Montessori child is a constructor, not a consumer ... he’s not waiting to be told things." Get ready for a wonderful discussion with the incredibly experienced Amukta Mahapatra -- 50 years in education -- about how children learn in Montessori environments.
Jan 03, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 96
"This is officer Johnston. Everything is alright, but I have your son in my car." Unwavering confidence — the child who decided to go shopping ALONE Contact: https://www.montessorieducation.com/contact Contribute: https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=639773c41ee84e79cbb05c77&websiteId=589dd58517bffc8381e12ba6...
Dec 13, 2022•20 min•Ep. 95
"What's important for us is not to meet the needs of the curriculum. It's to meet the needs of your child." A deep dive into what learning is all about in Montessori school, with trainer Sandra Girlato...
Nov 22, 2022•48 min•Ep. 94
Maria Montessori talks about her Montessori schools: play vs. work, mixed ages, freedom and discipline -- and more. from The Montessori Education Podcast with Jesse McCarthy | transcript and references at https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/interview-with-maria-montessori
Nov 01, 2022•27 min•Ep. 93
