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Discover your child's developmental stage with a free quiz. Get Montessori-aligned activities, milestones, and expert guidance β€” personalized to exactly where they are right now.

This Week's Activities

Activities for Luna, 18 months

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Pouring Station
Fine motor Β· 15 min
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Sound Basket Exploration
Sensory Β· 10 min
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Object Naming Cards
Language Β· 10 min
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Where is your child right now?

Answer a few questions about your child's age, behaviors, and interests. Our Montessori-trained assessment pinpoints their developmental stage and what they're ready to learn next.

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Tell us about your child Age, interests, and daily routines
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Answer 10–15 questions Quick observational questions about milestones
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Readiness Quiz

Question 4 of 12

When your child encounters a new object, they usually…

Look at it and wait for you to show them
Pick it up and explore it with their hands
Try to name it or ask "what's that?"
Bring it to you to share the discovery

Find Montessori schools near you

Browse our growing directory of Montessori programs. Filter by age group, accreditation, and distance β€” completely free.

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Sunrise Montessori Academy

AMI-accredited program serving infants through elementary. Nature-rich campus with organic garden program.

Ages 0–9 AMI Accredited
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Little Roots Children's House

Warm toddler and primary community focused on practical life skills and sensorial exploration.

Ages 1–6 AMS Member
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Willow Tree Montessori

Bilingual English-Spanish program with extended day options and parent education workshops.

Ages 2–6 Bilingual

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5 Montessori-aligned activities per week, matched to your child's age and skill level. Step-by-step guides with household materials.

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Download beautiful Montessori cards, worksheets, and visual guides. New printables added monthly.

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Track your child's progress across motor, language, cognitive, and social development. See where they shine and what's emerging next.

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