Nov 2025

Let's Do a Math Lesson

In this episode, Aubrey and David present a Math lesson - Ladybug Leaf Counting - featured in the Child of the Redwoods Sample Pack (www.childoftheredwoods.com/sample). They explain how to give the lesson and discuss ways to bring it to life for children at different ages. It's a ... Show More

1h 12m

Oct 2025

Let's Do a Practical Life Lesson

In this episode, Aubrey and David present a Practical Life lesson - A Perfectly Polished Apple - featured in the Child of the Redwoods Sample Pack (www.childoftheredwoods.com/sample). They explain how to give the lesson and discuss ways to bring it to life for children at differe ... Show More

36m 17s

Oct 2025

Your Montessori Homeschooling Questions Answered ! The Montessori Power Hour

It''s time for an AMA episode! We love hearing your questions so much, we're dedicating an entire episode just to it._______________________________RESOURCES:✅ Take our reading level assessment → https://www.childoftheredwoods.com/reading✅ Get a free sample right here ➡️ www.chil ... Show More

1h 24m

Feb 2022

How to Know When Your Child Is Ready to Potty Train | 5

The number one question I receive when it comes to potty training is, "How do I know when they're ready???" Here's the thing - there's no magical age when it comes to potty training. Every child is different and should start when they are developmentally ready. In general, you wa ... Show More

14m 44s

Feb 2020

S1 E5 - All about anti-bias education, Montessori at different ages, and life as a Montessori child, teacher and parent

Today's episode is a positive and heartwarming conversation with Andy Lulka, a Montessori teacher, parent and child. As someone who has spent their whole life around Montessori, you'll hear about:growing up in a Montessori schoolwhat a middle school Montessori program looks likeh ... Show More

1h 12m

Apr 2020

S1 E10 All about how to build trust in your children, understand them, and enjoy it as well

This week I have a beautiful conversation with Junnifa all the way over in Nigeria. You may know Junnifa from her blog, Nduoma or instagram or her school, Fruitful Orchard Montessori. You'll leave this episode feeling inspired to either parent in a more Montessori way, maybe take ... Show More

1h 20m

Dec 2020

How To Begin Implementing Montessori in Infancy and Toddlerhood

In Episode 2, we jump straight into my tips on how to begin implementing Montessori with Babies and Toddlers! We touch on the main points that I have found are an amazing foundation for a Montessori practice with babies and toddlers, regardless of where you are it in your Mon ... Show More

44m 22s

Feb 2020

S1 E2 - All about Montessori as a working parent, how to respectfully say goodbye to our child, and lots of ideas for Montessori art

Simone has a fascinating conversation with Trina from DIY Corporate Mom from The Philippines about how she embraces the Montessori philosophy as a way of parenting as a working parent. We cover so many questions like:if it's possible to do Montessori at home if you workwhat about ... Show More

1h 17m

May 2022

How to Get Through Potty Training Successfully

We are talking to my dear friend, Amanda Prater. Amanda is a board-certified behavior analyst and has worked with several families on potty training. So many parents ask me questions about potty training, and I knew Amanda was the right one to talk to. W ... Show More

29m 38s

Jan 2019

#24: Growing A Family (Why We Have Three Kids)

Growing a family is a journey that begins long before conception (or adoption, or surrogacy, or any other of the many ways it can actually happen.) My husband Dave joins me for another episode where we dive deep into our own experience with family planning, cultural and religious ... Show More

55m 24s

Jan 2024

Exploring Revere Montessori School in Dubai with Mafalda Coelho

In this enlightening episode of "The Secret of Childhood" podcast, we delve into the profound concept of education as a help to life, exploring the visionary ideas of Maria Montessori. The episode passionately underscores Montessori's belief in an education for life, contrasting ... Show More

30m 24s

Apr 2024

Comment préparer l'entrée en maternelle

Dans cet épisode je vous donne des conseils essentiels pour préparer l'entrée en maternelle de votre enfant. Découvrez des astuces pratiques et des stratégies pour rendre cette transition fluide pour votre enfant. Rejoignez-moi pour une discussion sur la préparation à cette nouve ... Show More

17m 18s

Jul 2025

Talking Transitions, Summer, and Change with Jamie Rue

Jamie is back on All Things Montessori for this wonderful conversation! We talk about 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 through since starting All Things Montessori. ... Show More

49m 33s

Let's Do a Reading Lesson