Montessori & the Science of Reading: An Educator Workshop

How does the brain learn to read—and how does that science connect to what happens in a Montessori classroom?
About this Event

Professional development workshop: 3 hours

In this accessible, practical workshop, you’ll come away with:

• A practical understanding of the Science of Reading and the essential components of literacy development
• A clear map of how the Montessori literacy curriculum progresses from ages 2–6
• A deeper understanding of how the Montessori method’s sequence aligns with the way the brain develops reading and writing skills
• Practical ways to apply this understanding in the classroom and communicate it to the families you support

Book signing with author Mariana Bissonnette

After the workshop, join the presenter, parenting author and Montessori educator Mariana Bissonnette, for a book signing, where you can chat with Mariana, explore her books, ask questions, and have your copies signed.
Mariana Bissonnette is the author of the beautifully illustrated Montessori Literacy Series, a four-book progression that follows children from approximately ages 2–6: The Montessori Alphabet Book, The Montessori Digraph Book, The Montessori Writing Book, and The Montessori Reading Book. Grounded in Montessori principles and informed by child development, the series offers a thoughtful, developmentally sequenced approach to building the foundations for literacy. Also available will be her award-winning book, Babies Build Toddlers, a beautifully illustrated guide to development from birth through 18 months, available in both English and Spanish.
Mariana creates resources that deepen the adult's understanding of the child so they may guide development without overpowering it. Her work is grounded in anti-bias, anti-racist Montessori with a commitment to the liberation of the child.
About the author

Mariana Bissonnette (she/her) is a passionate Montessori educator, coach, and author with over a decade of classroom experience teaching children from birth to six years. She creates resources that deepen the adult's understanding of the child so they may guide development without overpowering it. Her work is grounded in anti-bias, anti-racist Montessori with a commitment to the liberation of the child. Mariana lives in California with her Montessori husband, two children, six chickens, and a dog.

Agenda

🕑: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Educator Workshop
Host: Mariana Bissonnette
🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:45 PM
Book Signing & Conversation
Host: Mariana Bissonnette