How do we raise children in a tech-filled world... without letting screens take over?
In this honest, thoughtful conversation, Montessori educators and parents Aubrey and David Hargis chat with Lucie to explore how families can navigate screen time with more intention, less guilt, and a stronger connection to what really matters.
They share personal stories, practical ideas, and a Montessori perspective that honors real life, where screens exist, but don’t have to run the show. Whether you're just starting to think about screen time or feeling deep in the middle of it, this talk offers gentle support and grounded strategies for using technology in ways that actually feel good for your family.
8pm CET / 2pm EDT
David is the co-creator of Child of the Redwoods, where he helps bring Montessori-inspired homeschooling to life for real families around the world.
A former high school history teacher and educational technology professional, David holds a master’s degree in English and has always been drawn to the intersection of story and learning.
David brings his love of nature, curiosity, and deep respect for parents into every part of his work. When he’s not supporting CotR members, you’ll find him hiking, strumming his guitar, following Giants baseball, or dreaming about another trip to Disneyland.
Aubrey Hargis, M.Ed. is a parent coach and educational consultant best known for her empathetic approach and appreciation for the magic of childhood. As a life-long Montessori advocate and AMS certified guide, her passion has always been to bring Montessori into the mainstream.
As the founder of Child of the Redwoods, she creates online courses and coaches parents in compassionate discipline techniques and Montessori education.
Aubrey lives with her husband and two homeschooled children under a blanket of San Francisco fog, where the coastal cliffs and nearby redwood trails are always beckoning for another adventure.
Lucie Brixi Tamášová is first and foremost a mother of three children (and two wonderful bonus children). For more than 17 years, she has been searching for kind, practical, and research-based answers to the everyday challenges of parenting and helping make them accessible to families around the world.
She is the founder of international projects including Childhood Potential Club, Montessori Parenting, and the Childhood Potential Conference, through which she connects parents, educators, and leading child development experts from across the globe. Through her work, she promotes a respectful and conscious approach to children while helping parents navigate everyday life with greater calm, understanding, and confidence.
Alongside her international work, Lucie also leads educational projects in Kenya and Guinea through the NGO Centrum Dialog, helping provide access to quality education for children with limited opportunities. She deeply believes that conscious support of children has the power to positively shape the future of society as a whole.