About Tim Seldin

Author, Educator and President, of The Montessori Foundation

Tim Seldin is an author, educator and the President of The Montessori Foundation and Chair of The International Montessori Council. His more than forty years of experience in Montessori education includes twenty-two years as Headmaster of the Barrie School in Silver Spring, Maryland. He is the author of several books including “The World In The Palm of Her Hand” more

Creating The Happiest Classrooms

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Can Montessori Work in a Busy, Active Childcare Center?

Discover how Montessori principles can bring calm, order, and joy to even the busiest childcare centers.

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Creating The Happiest Classrooms

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Montessori Grace and Courtesy Lessons Every Child Can Learn

Explore 30 Montessori grace and courtesy lessons that build empathy, confidence, and community while showing why and how teachers model them.

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Creating The Happiest Classrooms

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What Falling Birth Rates Mean for Preschools and Childcare Centers

In this blog, Tim Seldin breaks down why enrollments are declining and offers practical steps directors can take to adapt to falling birth rates and lower enrollments

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How Florida Centers Are Training Teachers for Behavior and Inclusion Challenges

Learn how Florida childcare centers prepare teachers for behavior challenges with guidance, mentorship, and support to create inclusive, stress-free classrooms.

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Teachers Of The Future

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Strategies to Hire and Retain Preschool Teachers in a Competitive Market

Discover 7 strategies to hire and retain preschool teachers—covering respect, growth, flexibility, and mentorship to reduce turnover and build stronger teams.

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Teachers Of The Future

Creating The Happiest Classrooms

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How to Organize Toys and Materials Like a Montessori: A Quick Guide

This blog shares Tim Seldin’s practical Montessori-inspired strategies for organizing toys and materials. From rotating materials and using real tools, these tips help children build independence, focus, and responsibility.

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Creating The Happiest Classrooms

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Supporting Children with Behavioral Challenges: A Guide For Florida

Behavioral challenges in preschool classrooms can feel overwhelming—for children, parents, and teachers alike. This guide by Tim Seldin explores how teachers and parents can collaborate effectively to tackle these challenges.

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Creating The Happiest Classrooms

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DCF Licensing Visits in Florida: What Inspectors Look at First in Classrooms and Files

This guide explains what DCF inspectors look at first in classrooms and files, and how to stay inspection-ready every day.

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Marketing Hacks

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6 Building Blocks of Preschool Digital Marketing

Preschool marketing can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this guide, Tim Seldin shares five simple building blocks to help schools stand out online, capture parent interest, follow up effectively, and turn families into advocates — all leading to better enrollment rates.

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