Machelle French, Toddler Assistant Teacher - Montessori School of Greater Lafayette, Indiana

“Never help a child with a task at which he feels he can succeed.” -Dr. Maria Montessori

Sandbox

on the main playground

"Free the child's potential, and you will transform him into the world." -Dr. Maria Montessori

“The environment must be rich in motives which lend interest to activity and invite the child to conduct his own experiences.” -Dr. Maria Montessori

“The land is where our roots are. The children must be taught to feel and live in harmony with the Earth.” -Dr. Maria Montessori

Beautiful Green Space

main playground

“The child is both a hope and a promise for mankind.” -Dr. Maria Montessori

Sandbox

on the main playground

“The first essential for the child’s development is concentration. The child who concentrates is immensely happy.” -Dr. Maria Montessori

Flowers

on main playground

Classroom Pets

“It is true that we cannot make a genius. We can only give to teach child the chance to fulfil his potential possibilities.” -Dr. Maria Montessori

Peace Garden