Comments on: The Overwhelmed Mom’s Guide to Montessori Homeschooling

By: Sharon Malone

Sharon Malone — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 20:18:58 +0000

Hey Deb! I think you wrote this before M3 was created, but you might look into Multisori. It really made Montessori homeschooling work for my family. We plan to use it with all four of our kiddos. 🙂

By: Abby

Abby — Tue, 25 Oct 2016 16:43:27 +0000

In reply to Deb.

Why did you choose KONOS? Are you familiar with NAMC montessori homeschool curriculum? Thoughts?

By: Alysson

Alysson — Sun, 09 Aug 2015 22:24:37 +0000

Hi Y’all!
I have homeschooled for two years. This is my third year, but my first year schooling more than one child (7 and almost 3). I am expecting our third, and so overwhelmed I don’t even know where to start. I have done Montessori practical life (pouring, folding, flower cutting/vases, more like Catechesis of the Good Shepherd), and I have sand tray, sandpaper letters, metal insets, golden bead material, colored bead stairs, and am ordering more things for end of age 5 and beginning of ages 6-9 Maths materials. There are so many articles, Montessori manuals, blogs, free printables, unit studies, etc., that my head is spinning just trying to sift through it all. I feel like I’m failing before I begin. Anyone who has any skills with organization, how did you figure it all out? Is there a special MOntessori planner out there? Is there a one-stop book or site that ties everything together simply? Thank you in advance for any advice or help you can offer!

By: Deb

Deb — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:57:16 +0000

In reply to Shaunna.

Thanks for your kind comment, Shaunna! I definitely love if my post can be helpful for you on your homeschooling journey. Have fun! 🙂

By: Deb

Deb — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:55:39 +0000

In reply to Cassie.

Thanks, Cassie! I think it’s too easy for all moms to get caught up with trying to be perfect. And you’re definitely amazing just as you are! 🙂

By: Deb

Deb — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:54:11 +0000

In reply to Jessica.

Thanks, Jessica! That’s a wonderful idea about extensions and games. I always found that the extensions could add lots of new interest to an ignored material. 🙂

By: Deb

Deb — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:51:54 +0000

In reply to Tanha Patel.

Thanks for your comment, Tanha! I totally agree! 🙂

By: Deb

Deb — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:51:06 +0000

In reply to Allison.

Thanks so much for your kind comment, Allison! I always appreciated the flexibility of homeschooling. My units were like that, too. Some were wonderful, in-depth unit studies while others were quickly prepared. Either way, my kids always learned a lot and enjoyed unit studies. 🙂

By: Shaunna

Shaunna — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 19:01:22 +0000

This is wonderful. I am new to staying at home, and we are doing preschool at home. I am strongly considering homeschooling long-term, and I know this post will be one that I look back on for great reminders and encouragement over the years.

By: Cassie

Cassie — Sun, 11 Nov 2012 23:44:29 +0000

Thanks even though I’m not homeschooling. I’m still doing extra school for all my girls and even I get burned out. Thanks for the reminder about not being perfect!