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Montessori Discipline: Using Consequences?… Be Careful!

Chip DeLorenzo

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In this live talk, we had the privilege of hosting Chip DeLorenzo, a seasoned Montessori educator and co-author of Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom. Chip brings decades of experience working with children, parents, and educators to help build respectful, cooperative relationships using effective discipline strategies.

In this session, we take a deep dive into the role of consequences in parenting. Chip breaks down the difference between natural and logical consequences and how they can be applied thoughtfully to encourage trust and learning. We discuss why traditional discipline methods often miss the mark and explore how consequences can be used as a tool for teaching rather than punishing.

Chip also shares practical advice on adapting these approaches for neurodivergent children, offering thoughtful and compassionate strategies to meet each child’s unique needs. Throughout the talk, we address common challenges parents face when trying to use natural consequences and provide actionable examples to help you make these methods work in real life.

Whether you’re new to positive discipline or looking to refine your approach, this live talk is packed with insights, tips, and real-world solutions to help you create a more peaceful, connected family dynamic.

If you’re ready to rethink discipline and embrace a Montessori-inspired parenting approach, this session is for you.

Featuring

Chip

Chip DeLorenzo has been a Montessori educator since 1995 and is the co-author of Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom alongside Jane Nelsen. As a teacher trainer and school consultant, Chip has guided thousands of Montessori teachers and parents in applying Positive Discipline through workshops and lectures. He served as Head of School at Damariscotta Montessori for 20 years, where he was also a teacher and school leader. Chip holds AMS certifications in Early Childhood, Lower, and Upper Elementary, and has worked extensively with adolescent students. He is a father of five Montessori-homeschooled children and lives in Loveland, Ohio with his wife, Kathy.

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Lucie Brixí Tamášová is first of all a mother of three (+two) children. She has made a significant impact through her NGO, Centrum Dialog, which provides education to underprivileged children in Kenya and Guinea. She is also the owner of Montessorihracky.cz, a shop specializing in Montessori materials and didactical toys. Lucie’s passion for empowering children extends beyond her NGO work; she is the founder of the Childhood Potential Conference and Montessori Parenting courses. As a fervent Montessori enthusiast, Lucie is committed to connecting people and ensuring the Montessori message reaches a global audience by bringing the best speakers to her events. Her work reflects a profound dedication to creating a brighter future for children across the globe.

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