Montessori Grace & Courtesy at Home Raising Confident, Respectful Children Ages 2–6 By an AMS-Certified Montessori Educator Do you want to support your child’s social skills, without forcing manners, correcting constantly, or turning everyday moments into power struggles? Montessori Grace & Courtesy at Home is a calm, practical guide for parents who want to help their children navigate relationships with confidence, empathy, and self-respect, using authentic Montessori principles that actually work in real family life. Written by an AMS-certified Montessori educator, parent, and former Montessori student, this book moves beyond surface-level “please and thank you” and focuses on what Grace & Courtesy truly is: the foundation for emotional regulation, social confidence, and healthy relationships. This is not a discipline system. It is not a behavior-management program. And it is not about demanding polite performance. It is about modeling, timing, and creating the right conditions for learning — so children develop social skills naturally, over time. Inside this guide, you’ll learn how to: Understand what Grace & Courtesy really means (and what it doesn’t) - Support social skills without shaming or pressure - Model respectful language and behavior in everyday moments - Teach waiting, interrupting politely, and turn-taking - Help children express needs and emotions respectfully - Navigate common struggles like shyness, impulsivity, and social meltdowns - Know when to step in, and when to step back This book includes: Real-life examples and scripts you can use immediately - Guidance for both calm moments and challenging situations - Developmentally appropriate expectations for ages 2–6 - Reassurance for parents who worry they’re “doing it wrong” Who this book is for: Parents of toddlers and preschoolers - Families using Montessori at home or in school - Parents concerned about behavior, manners, or social skills - Anyone wanting a respectful, relationship-based approach Grace & Courtesy is not about perfection. It is about progress, practice, and trust. Montessori Grace & Courtesy at Home helps you support your child’s social development with clarity, confidence, and compassion, one everyday interaction at a time. Perfect companion to Montessori Practical Life at Home Together, these books support both independence and relationships, the two foundations of Montessori education.