Philadelphia Chinese Academy is proud to be the 
Philadelphia Chinese Academy is proud to be nominated as an Honoree for Language Immersion by 
The Pressure to Raise “Perfect” Kids
Omg… did you hear that little Suzie can read at 2? And wait, how is Winston already reciting…
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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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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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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”…
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Top 10 Tips: How to Partner with PCA to Support Your Child’s Social and Emotional Development
We hear this all the time: “My child is different at school than home.” Parents often report that…
