Working to become a more prepared parent is not rooted in trying to achieve more than is possible, but it is rooted in optimism that – with a ton of grace – we can redirect what energy we do have to make the most of this situation we are in.

Enforcing a week-day routine that is distinguishable from our weekend routine is essential, but I’ve realized that sticking to a new routine is only successful if I can identify the limits and boundaries that will bring consistency to our routine.

What are the silver linings? Here are seven simple practices for making this challenging time more manageable for parents and children.

In speaking with your children about Coronavirus, including preventative measures, as well as any school closures that become necessary, there are some key goals to keep in mind.

In elementary, children can analyze, compare, contrast, determine relationships, identify patterns, and recombine those concepts and images into novel ideas using their imaginations and intellects.

An enticing box full of tiny stamps and several ink pads of different shades are a staple on the geography shelf of any Montessori elementary classroom.

The term Montessori is not trademarked. So Guidepost Montessori prides itself on hiring guides, retaining guides and offering ongoing professional development to deliver an authentic Montessori education.

As someone who offers leadership development for university professionals and is a father to a Montessori child, Alex has a unique perspective on the value of Montessori and how it prepares children for the workforce of the future.

The calm orderliness of the child from birth to 6 years old gives way to the elementary-age child with a fully formed social personality that craves interaction.

Maria Montessori deeply understood the great power of storytelling across cultures when devising her method for the elementary child.

At Guidepost Montessori, we train our educators and continue to support their professional growth.

Montessori parent Jenna Wawrzyniec describes what it's like to work full time and raise Montessori children.

The work journal is a booklet, notebook, diary, or composition book that the elementary child uses to keep his own work records. He typically notes the time he started an activity and the name of it.

The smooth, shiny, vibrant geometric solids beckon from the shelves of any Children’s House or Montessori Elementary classroom.

There is so much more Montessori can offer the older child that builds on the excellent preparation your child has received in the Children’s House.

Small, interactive group work provides an exceptional learning experience for Montessori students.

Dolores Murgolo and Tomeka Bostic helped to opened two Guidepost schools together in North Carolina.

Video: Salem Islas-Madlo is an Assistant Guide in Vienna and offers bilingual lessons

Many parents experienced rote memorization in their own childhood education, but Montessori can offer a path for more meaningful learning.

Grammar Boxes take up a lot of real estate on the language shelves of a Montessori elementary classroom, and for good reason!

Mother to third-grade student in Vienna appreciates bilingual international concept: 'We were very lucky to come across Guidepost Montessori.'

The field trip — a museum tour, a historical site, perhaps a live show at a theater — is a quintessential part of the school experience.

One of the most important tasks for a Montessori guide is to foster independence in her students. This crucial skill is taught to children in every community, from Nido to Elementary.

One of the ways to make Montessori concepts more familiar is to place them in a modern workplace setting.

In a Montessori elementary classroom, there is a hum of activity and collaboration. Learn about group lessons, going out, cooking activities and more from this engaged community of learners.

Guest columnist Ms. Castillo, an Upper Elementary Lead Guide at Hollywood Beach, offers insight on welcoming conflict and teaching children the skills needed to resolve it independently.

Learn about a collection of stories that are presented in the beginning of the school year in elementary classrooms.

How do you know if your child is suitable for Montessori? Why does Montessori not have homework? What is your child learning in a Montessori classroom? Learn all about this century-old, child-centered method of education.

We're eager to catch up with our children after an exciting school day, but acknowledge that the child needs to decompress, recharge, and take a deep breath, too.

Guidepost Montessori offers your child an exceptionally personalized learning experience, meeting your child where they are, and guiding them to where they want to be.

Separation anxiety can be troublesome for both the parent and the child, but it doesn’t have to be this way! Parents deserve to trust our children are in the right place, so before you approach mornings in fear, start here.

Children seek independence from a very young age. How can we, as parents, guardians or educators, aid them in their quest to "do it by themselves?"

The Montessori Method of education, developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, is a knowledge-rich, child-centered educational approach.