Summary: Parents are often intimidated by Montessori and not sure about trying Montessori principles at home, but the truth is it doesn't need to be complicated. With two concepts, following the child and a prepared environment, Rachel Schindler is on the podcast to show us small ways we can bring Montessori benefits into our homes. Rachel is a military spouse and a mom of two boys, ages 1 and 2. She received her degree in Human Development and has an Elementary Education License. She taught 1st and 2nd grade before staying home with her two boys full time. As a child she attended a Montessori School and uses that influence to raise her own kids! She loves anything crafty and loves to DIY as much as she can for her kids. Her family also has 2 labradoodles and loves spending lots of time together!