Philadelphia Chinese Academy is proud to be the 
Philadelphia Chinese Academy is proud to be nominated as an Honoree for Language Immersion by 
The Myth of the Self-Motivated Child
At some point, many parents begin to worry about motivation. Is my child curious enough? Do they stick…
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From “Wiping Tables” to World-Changing Work: Reframing Early Childhood Teaching
Early childhood teaching is often misunderstood. From the outside, it can look simple. Children wiping tables. Teachers tying…
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The Elements of a Montessori Classroom (and How to Gently Mirror Them at Home)
When parents step into a Montessori classroom, many notice right away that it feels different. The room is…
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The 3-Hour Work Cycle: What It Is, Why On-Time Drop-Off Matters, and How It Changes Your Child
One of the defining features of an authentic Montessori classroom is the uninterrupted three-hour work cycle. For families…
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What Growth Looks Like at PCA: Milestones, Not Metrics
When parents ask how their child is growing, what they are often really asking is whether things are…
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A Few Clothing Tips to Make Mornings Easier
“NOOOOOO. I want to wear my jeans. I want to wear my blue overalls. I want to wear…
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Growing Redwoods: Why Early Childhood Is About Roots, Not Branches
When we think about children growing, it’s natural to focus on what we can see: milestones, skills and…
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Multi-Age Magic: Why Mixed Ages Accelerate Social + Cognitive Growth
One of the first things parents often notice in a Montessori classroom is that children of different ages…
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How Should Parents Handle Picky Eaters?
Trust This: Children Won’t Starve Themselves Picky eating is a completely normal part of child development. It often…
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Discipline, Montessori Style: Managing Behavior at Home
Discipline often gets a bad rap. It’s commonly associated with scolding, deprivation, and punishment. But the word “discipline”…
