In Montessori, we recognize that adolescence is a time of profound growth and transformation, where the child begins to explore their identity, independence, and role in the world. It’s a time where they start to ask big questions like: “Who am I?” and “Where do I fit in?” and “What do I want to contribute to the world?”

Today, we’ll explore what’s happening in the adolescent mind, how to understand the unique developmental characteristics of this stage, and most importantly, how to support your child in their journey to explore themselves and build their identity during the middle school years.