Overview

What if Montessori wasn’t just something you tried at home—but something you truly understood? The Montessori Homeschooler is your practical, compassionate guide to implementing Montessori with confidence—without the overwhelm, second-guessing, or pressure to get it perfect. Designed for real families with real responsibilities, this book goes beyond shelf setup and Pinterest-perfect routines to help you build a home environment rooted in structure, respect, and deep trust in your child’s natural development. Whether you're just starting out, shifting from traditional school, or wondering if you're “Montessori enough,” this step-by-step blueprint will show you how to: Structure your first day, week, and month with intention Create a calm, consistent rhythm that supports independence Set up your space and introduce Montessori lessons with clarity Navigate discipline and conflict with confidence Foster focus, responsibility, and self-direction—without coercion Grounded in developmental science and filled with real-life case studies, The Montessori Homeschooler helps you become the prepared adult your child needs. This isn’t a scripted curriculum. It’s a mindset shift—and a roadmap to raising capable, curious humans through rhythm, relationship, and real-life learning.""

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Author:   Lynda Apostol
Publisher:   John Wiley & Sons Inc
Imprint:   Jossey-Bass Inc.,U.S.
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 22.60cm
Weight:   0.295kg
ISBN:  

9781394281022

ISBN 10:   1394281021
Pages:   256
Publication Date:   09 December 2025
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Forthcoming
Availability:   Awaiting stock  

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments xi About the Author xiii Preface xv Introduction: The Montessori Revolution xvii Section 1 Laying the Groundwork 1 Chapter 1 Before You Begin 3 Chapter 2 Breaking Free from the School Mindset 13 Chapter 3 Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt 23 Chapter 4 Finding Your Why 31 Chapter 5 In It Together 39 Section 2 How Montessori Works 49 Chapter 6 Montessori vs. Traditional Education 51 Chapter 7 The Three Pillars of Montessori 59 Chapter 8 The Prepared Adult 65 Chapter 9 Freedom Within Limits 71 Chapter 10 Understanding Montessori’s Developmental Stages 77 Section 3 Bringing It Home 85 Chapter 11 The Home That Teaches 87 Chapter 12 The Montessori Learning Space 95 Chapter 13 The Montessori Curriculum for Homeschoolers 105 Chapter 14 Montessori Materials 115 Chapter 15 Creating a Daily Rhythm 125 Section 4 From Preparation to Practice 133 Chapter 16 Introducing Montessori Lessons 135 Chapter 17 What to Do on Day 1, Week 1, Month 1 145 Chapter 18 Common Roadblocks 153 Chapter 19 Supporting the Whole Child 161 Chapter 20 Observation and Repetition 167 Section 5 Guiding the Montessori Learning Experience 175 Chapter 21 Adapting Montessori to Your Family 177 Chapter 22 Fostering Independence Through Practice 185 Chapter 23 Montessori Discipline and Conflict Resolution 193 Chapter 24 Fostering Concentration and Focus 201 Conclusion: What’s Next 209 Glossary of Montessori Terms 213 Appendix: Meet the Montessori Mamas 221 Index 225

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Lynda Apostol, M.Ed., is the founder and CEO of The Montessori Teacher, where she helps educators in alternative education settings gain clarity, sharpen their skillset and get organized to implement the Montessori Method with confidence. Lynda has worked in public, private, charter, and nontraditional school settings and has two Master’s degrees in education.

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