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February 16, 2026 · 5 min read
Parents hear the word Montessori everywhere—on preschools, toys, bookshelves, and Instagram reels. It’s often associated with calm classrooms, independent children, and beautiful wooden materials. But what is Montessori education really? And more importantly, does it work? This article explains the Montessori method in plain language and summarizes what decades of research—including studies published in Science […]
The scene is familiar: A group of preschoolers sits in a circle, eyeing a single, coveted toy in the middle. The teacher places it down and steps back. Within seconds, one child grabs it. Another reaches out, hesitates, then pulls back. A third child watches, waiting for the right moment to make a move. Who […]
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Read more →Education in America is at a crossroads. While schools should be spaces where all children can thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally– the current federal policy agenda threatens to unravel critical federal protections, funding, and programs designed to support students’ well-being. Project 2025, spearheaded by The Heritage Foundation and a coalition of conservative organizations, presents a radical […]
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A middle school teacher decided to try a simple experiment: She asked her students to go 24 hours without social media and write about their experience. The results were staggering. Some students described feeling relief—finally free from the constant pressure to check their phones. Others admitted they didn’t know what to do with themselves. But […]
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One day, a high school student named Alex sat quietly in the back of a classroom, staring at an exam. Their mind raced, not because the test was too hard—but because of what would happen if they didn’t ace it. Alex had always been told they were smart, that school should be easy for them. […]
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When was the last time you thought about the unsung heroes in your child’s classroom? While teachers often take the spotlight, paraprofessionals—commonly referred to as teacher assistants or aides—work tirelessly behind the scenes to support students, particularly those with disabilities. But what happens when the collaboration between these two roles falters? The answer could significantly […]
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Imagine a bustling classroom where young children are tasked with staying focused during a reading lesson. For students with ADHD, this can feel like climbing a mountain—every noise, movement, or colorful object pulls their attention away. Enter the fidget spinner, a small, whirling toy touted as a miracle tool for helping kids with attention difficulties. […]
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The familiar hum of a classroom often masks a quieter challenge: disparities in student outcomes based on socioeconomic status (SES) and ethnicity. While educators and policymakers have wrestled with these gaps for decades, a recent study from England offers a fresh perspective on how to tackle these inequalities head-on. Using a novel approach, researchers identified […]
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