Reggio-Emilia and Montessori: Collaborative and Unique

BY Michelle Mattalino ON Tue September 13, 2011

What Are The Similarities Between Reggio- Emilia and Montessori? By Marie Catrett At The Olive Tree, prospective parents often ask us what the difference is between Montessori and Reggio- Emilia. Montessori and Reggio- Emilia have similar themes and constructs. Both the Reggio-Emilia and Montessori educational philosophies originated in Italy and have been ... .

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Welcome to The Olive Tree

BY Michelle Mattalino ON Tue September 13, 2011

Dear Families: Back to school is such a spectacular time. As teachers, we feel the excitement and intensity of redesigning our classrooms and preparing to connect with a new community of children and their grownups. From the very first pre-visit, we start asking ourselves what interests might we see emerge today? ... .

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