Fall is here, which means that school is in full gear. Here are 5 tips to start the year off right, Montessori style: 1. Build Confidence by Helping Children Help Themselves Allowing children to do things for themselves encourages independence and a sense of achievement. It is a good idea to teach your child how to do everyday tasks and then let them do those tasks by themselves. 2. Allow Children the Freedom to Make Mistakes In order to thoroughly learn a "lesson", children