For parents, summer can feel like the longest season for a reason. When the predictable rhythms of the school year disappear, children can feel restless, leading to the "June spikes" in meltdowns we all know too well.

In this Season 4 finale, Terry Dubow sits down with Siri Panday to discuss how to keep the magic of summer alive without over-scheduling or burning out. They explore the Montessori secret to a peaceful summer: working beside your child instead of for them, and finding the beauty in a slower pace.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The "June Shift": Why kids struggle when school scaffolding disappears and how to build a sturdy home rhythm.

• The Gift of Boredom: Reframing unstructured time as a vital opportunity for discovery.

• Parallel Work: Practical ways to invite toddlers and primary students into "real work" (laundry, gardening, cooking) so you can get things done while they learn.

• The "Slow Down" Rule: Why rushing is the enemy of summer magic.

• Farewell to Siri: A tribute to Siri’s impact on the Marin Montessori community as she prepares for her next chapter.