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“Free the child's potential, and you will transform him (or her) into the world.”
~ Maria Montessori
Italian physician and
educator, inspired
Montessori Education
Italian physician and
educator, inspired
Montessori Education
“A healthy social life is found only, when in the mirror of each soul the whole community finds its reflection, and when in the whole community the virtue of each one is living."
~Rudolph Steiner
Cultural Philosopher,
inspired WaldorfEducation,
coined the phrase
"biodynamic" farming
inspired WaldorfEducation,
coined the phrase
"biodynamic" farming
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articles by theresa
 Working with Children: Tune-in to Intention (Yours and Theirs) This article explores the idea of tapping into the motivation behind and communication expressed through both children's behavior and our own. It offers a simple approach to make the road traveled be more one of empowerment rather than struggle...
Click here to download the article (PDF, 60K) _____________ Empowering the Children: Being Mindful of What
We Expose Them To Children thrive when their lives are filled with healthy foods, environments, activities and relationships that nourish their body, mind and spirit. Theresa shares a story that illustrates a connection between "behavior issues" and food reactions or sensitivities. Awareness, education and responsive action on the part of caregivers and the children themselves can be extremely helpful in supporting the well-being of today's children...
Click here to download the article (PDF, 84K) |
CONVERSATION CAFE
Listen/View Below
Listen/View Below
conversation 1
How can we nurture the individuality
of each child in the classroom setting?
This audio stream includes conscious conversation on curriculum, classroom environment, parent partnerships, open communication, individual needs and much more. Holistic philosophies of Montessori, Reggio-Emilia and Waldorf- inspired education are mentioned. This audio is an actual dialogue between Theresa Stuesser (former elementary teacher and stay-at-home mom) and Lori Redburger, a parent from Canada who sent in the topic question. It offers food for thought for parents and educators alike, who are interested in supporting the spirit of the child as we assist all children in both their learning process and the discovery and celebration of their unique gifts.
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conversation 2
How can parents "teach" their children
to read (or prepare them for reading)?
In this video, Theresa (former elementary school teacher and assistant principal, as well as a stay-at-home mom) invites a kindergarten teacher, Cheryl Burbank, to share why it is beneficial to establish a daily reading time with your child along with some simple ideas of how to get it happening in your home.
(Coming soon.)
