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Infancy to 18 months 18 months to 3 years 3 to 6+ years 6 to 12 years 12 to 14 years
Age Range:Infancy to 18 months
Hours:Tuesday mornings, 7 lectures and 8 practical sessions per year

Parent Child Series

Dr. Maria Montessori recognized that tremendous brain, motor, and personality development occurs during the first three years of a child’s life.  These observations, once considered revolutionary, are now widely accepted among early childhood professionals and researchers.  At Forest Bluff School, we find that many parents are interested in learning more about Dr. Montessori’s theories and her recommendations for very young children.

The Parent Child Program provides an introduction to Montessori education to families with (i) pregnant mothers and/or (ii) young children up to age three.  Guided by Dr. Montessori’s work, as well as current research, Lynn Jessen and Paula Preschlack offer a series of lectures and practical sessions each Fall and Spring. 

Lectures are offered to all parents of children who are less than three years of age, and focus on key aspects of Montessori theory, such as independence, the development of the hand, and language acquisition.  Practical sessions are intended for parents and their children who are less than 18 months of age.  During practical sessions, Mrs. Jessen and Mrs. Preschlack work with each parent/child couple, giving developmentally appropriate advice and attending to parent questions and concerns.  Home consultations are offered for parents who wish to receive customized suggestions for improving their young child’s home environment.

For more information on the Parent Child Program, please contact the school at (847) 295-8338.  Parents who would like to learn more about our school are also welcome to attend.