I have a B.S. degree in elementary education, both AMI and AMS Montessori certifications, over 40 years teaching experience, and co-owned and operated two Montessori schools. I have given talks to the general public on education and authored Montessori: Why It Matters for Your Child’s Success and Happiness and Your Life Belongs to You (a children's book), and Effective Discipline the Montessori Way.