All Things Montessori
Rachel Merle-Smith
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Welcome to the All Things Montessori Podcast, a podcast devoted to discussing everything Montessori. From classroom management to self-care, Montessori at home to staying inspired in this work; we cover it all. Hosted by AMI Trainer and Consultant, Jamie Rue and Montessori Teacher and Administrator, Rachel Merle-Smith. Email us at: [email protected] Follow us at: @allthingsmontessori
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Who is Maria Montessori?
Join Rachel for a historical deep dive into the spectacular woman behind the Montessori method, Maria Montessori. Association Montessori Internationale - Biography of Maria MontessoriAmerican…
Creating a Montessori Kitchen
This week is all about the kitchen! Rachel talks through a practical approach to creating a space for children in the kitchen, emphasizes why it matters, and discusses the benefits of learning…
Revisited: Talking Transitions, Summer, and Change with Jamie Rue
Look back at this amazing episode discussing the responsibility the Montessori guide can feel in the classroom, how to survive summer with your children at home, and the changes we've both been…
Montessori with Multiples | A Conversation with Tabitha Jamieson
This week, I sit down with Tabitha Jamieson to talk through motherhood, Montessori with twins, and being a Montessori parent after the loss of a child. *This episode contains topics such as pregnancy…
Putting Lesson Planning Into Action
This week, Rachel talks through lesson planning and how to successfully keep records without pulling your hair out, create systems that work for you, and how to confidently plan and give lessons in…
Let's Get Practical: How to Teach Songs to Children
In this week's episode, Rachel breaks down the Montessori approach to teaching songs in the classroom.The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it…
How to Effectively Communicate with School Administration with Jamie Rue
Why can it be so intimidating to talk to your school's administration? Jamie and I talk through strategies for teachers and administrators to streamline communication and get rid of toxicity. The All…
Revisited: Cooking with Children
In this revisited episode, Jamie and Rachel talk all about cooking with children in the classroom and in the home. The All Things Montessori website is LIVE! Check it…
Ideas for the End of the Year | Classroom Edition
Let's face it; the last few months of school can be a complete drag. But, it doesn't have to be! Tune into this episode to discover lesson ideas and activities to make the last few months of school…
The Power of Dance through Life, Grief, and Transitions with Kei Ikeda
This week, Rachel talks with friend and Montessori colleague, Kei Ikeda all about the power of dance. Kei shares a vulnerable story of navigating the grief of the sudden passing of her partner and…
What is Montessori Parenting?
This week, Rachel dives into the Montessori parenting approach. Have you heard about Montessori parenting but aren't quite sure what it is? Tune in to find out! The All Things Montessori website is…
Learning with Nature: How Spring Can Reawaken Your Classroom
A new season can bring new growth, excitement, and curiosity. This week, Rachel talks about botany lessons, nature walks, and how to encourage children to learn from nature. The All Things Montessori…
The Third Year of Primary with Austin Matte
Austin Matte, founder of The Connected Montessorian and Head of School at Upstone Montessori returns to talk through the importance of that third year of primary, where it all comes together. Check…
Revisited: Freedom & Responsibility
Let's revisit two of the most crucial components of the Montessori classroom, freedom and responsibility. In this episode Jamie and Rachel sit down and talk through these two elements, how they work…
Let's Avoid Teacher Burnout: How to Prioritize Self-Care and Wellness
This week is all about implementing self-care practices in and out of the classroom. Taking care of yourself, especially if you're in a career that involves working with children, is not only a good…
Navigating Social Justice as a Parent & Educator: A Conversation with Rachael Lucille
The incredible Rachael Lucille joins Rachel on the podcast today to talk all about social justice, navigating tough conversations through parenting, and how use books and literature as teaching…
Montessori in the Home: Where to Start
Repeat after me: declutter, shift, order, beauty. This week's episode explores the idea of creating a Montessori environment in your home. Rachel breaks it down into simple terms and helps identify…
Montessori Music is for Everyone
That's right. Montessori music (and music in general) is accessible to everyone, regardless of your musical background! This week, Rachel breaks down the ins and outs of Montessori music, how to get…
Building Confidence with Jamie Rue
In this dynamic episode, Jamie and Rachel discuss the importance of cultivating confidence in the elementary classroom. They talk through their own relationship to confidence, how to create an…
Observation and Why it Matters
Observation is a pillar of Montessori education. But, why is it so important? This episode goes into all the details of observation and why it is so helpful to teachers, caregivers, and parents. It…
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All Things Montessori has published 122 episodes since September 2019, covering topics in Education, Kids & Family.
All Things Montessori is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 32m.
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