Real Support for Real Homeschool Days
Ready to cheer you on, every step of the way.
You don’t have to figure everything out on your own. Ask questions, learn alongside other families, and get thoughtful guidance from experienced Montessori educators who understand the realities of homeschooling.
There will be moments when you pause and wonder if you’re on the right track. Maybe an activity was a little messier than you expected. Maybe your child seems resistant to doing anything other than play with their toys. Things just aren’t working the way you expected.
To be fully clear with you: there will be days like this for everyone who homeschools.
It doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong. But there is definitely support for you to get you back to where you know you want to be.
You don't have to solve every homeschool challenge on your own. Sometimes a five minute conversation with someone who's been there is all it takes to help you move forward with confidence.
Ask Questions When You Think of Them
Sometimes you just need to ask:
Is this normal?
What would you do here?
How can I adjust this for my child?
And instead of guessing, you get answers from people who understand what you’re experiencing. Parents who are using the same lessons, the same Teaching Guides, and often the very same Theme Pack that you're working through. You’re learning Montessori together.
Our community members do not offer you generic advice, and there are no extreme opinions or snarky coments like on Instagram, Facebook, Tik-Tok, or any of those fast-paced but ultimately less-helpful and sometimes-toxic places online.
There are no “dumb questions” in our book, so you can ask anything related to homeschooling or Montessori. You can ask fellow members, Aubrey, or David. Whether your question is about Montessori philosophy, homeschool rhythm, child development, or a specific lesson, someone is there to help.
And surprisingly, unlike large Facebook groups, we do not generally have to moderate comments. We keep things really tight knit (for active members only), and we are emphatically inclusive. There is no better place to get Montessori support online.
A Community That Cares
When those challenging moments come up, you need more than just more information.
You need a place to explain what is happening at home and get real feedback.
Inside Child of the Redwoods, you’re part of a private community hosted on Mighty Networks, completely separate from social media, so you can enjoy thoughtful conversations without ads, algorithms, or endless scrolling.
Parents are doing Montessori alongside you—giving the lessons, working through the same questions, and figuring things out in real time. Because everyone is working from the same curriculum, the advice stays practical, specific, and immediately useful.
It’s not “social media” and has zero ads in the feed. It’s a calm, focused space where conversations stay thoughtful and supportive. We are here to learn Montessori and make new friends.
Support That Fits Into Your Day
You don’t have to wait for a scheduled time to chat with other Montessori homeschoolers or get answers for a burning question. You can check in when you need to, on your own schedule.
Before breakfast, during lesson-giving time, while at the playground, after bedtime…whenever it’s convenient for you.
Just pop in!
Tell us how your day’s going.
Skim the feed and see fun pictures of homeschooling in action.
Find reassurance and inspiration quickly.
Pop back out—and come back when you have more time. No pressure. Support is always there when you need it. You can even submit questions ahead of our monthly Office Hours if you'd like to talk through something in more depth.
Once a month, we gather for Office Hours where you can ask Montessori and homeschooling questions live with Aubrey and David. Every session is recorded, so even if you can't attend, you'll still benefit from the conversations and practical ideas shared by other families.
Every few months, we also host Planning Parties where we reflect on what's been working, look ahead to the next themes, and make simple plans for the season ahead.
Parents often tell us these gatherings help them feel calm, prepared, and excited instead of scrambling at the last minute.
Sometimes Mr. Bunny, David’s puppet friend, even comes to visit to say hi to the kids! He’s like the Child of the Redwoods version of Daniel Tiger from Mr. Rogers. He’s very silly and always makes Aubrey laugh! Yep, we have fun with Montessori!
Learn Together Live
Finding Your Montessori People
Sometimes what you really need isn’t just an answer, it’s someone who understands your situation without you having to explain everything first.
Inside the community, you’ll find smaller groups where families connect around shared experiences and interests, all created by and hosted by our members.
Some parents join the DIY Club to share hands-on projects and creative ideas.
Others connect in the Multilingual Club as they navigate learning in more than one language.
There’s a Book Club for parents who love to read and want to go deeper together.
And a Neurodivergent Club where parents can talk openly and get thoughtful, understanding support.
You can join what feels helpful or create your own club, too. Over time, you start to recognize familiar names, conversations, and rhythms. Some friendships begin with a simple question about Montessori and grow into years of encouraging one another through homeschooling.
“I Was Ready to Give Up on Montessori at Home.”
Sometimes what you need most isn’t another lesson or another resource.
You need to know you’re not the only one trying to figure this out.
Montessori homeschooling can feel surprisingly lonely, especially when no one you know is doing anything quite like it. And when you’re trying to piece together the method from blogs, books, videos, and advice scattered across the internet, even something you deeply believe in can start to feel exhausting.
Child of the Redwoods member Justina described that feeling beautifully:
“I was ready to give up on Montessori at home. I felt isolated from other homeschoolers because very few (really none that I have met) are doing Montessori at home in my area.
I felt burnout from wading through blogs with their endless marketing content to try to figure out just what and how to apply the Montessori method at home.
Thank you for helping me see that I am not alone. I'm even gaining confidence and learning how to be vulnerable in the community. Thank you again.”
This is why the community matters so much to us.
You can have a wonderful curriculum and still need people.
People who understand why you chose Montessori. Who you can ask when something isn’t working. Who who will celebrate the lovely moments with you and reassure you through the messy ones.
That’s why support isn’t an extra tucked onto the side of Child of the Redwoods. It’s part of how this works.
Through our community, live Office Hours, Planning Parties, and ongoing coaching, you have a place to ask questions, keep learning, share what’s happening in your homeschool, and grow into your own confidence as your child’s Montessori guide.
You don’t have to figure out Montessori alone. We’re right here with you.
This Is How You Stay Consistent
It’s so easy to get excited about something — a new purchase, a new hobby, a new routine.
But then what happens?
You lose steam. Every homeschool family has seasons when things feel effortless and seasons when they feel much harder. That's normal.
Communities like ours provide accountability, motivational challenges, and cameraderie. The value of this cannot be understated.
The parents in our community find common ground, motivation, and they value each other’s uniqueness. This helps them stay the course even when the going gets tough.
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Don’t overthink it. You’re ready.
Find your confidence.
Follow your child and teach at the right skill level.
See your progress through the curriculum.
See what it’s like to actually Montessori homeschool.
Your community is waiting for you.
The question you have today has likely already been asked, and someone has an answer. The question you have tomorrow will be valuable to another homeschooling familiy as well. You’ll always have a place to turn, with us in your corner. We’d love to welcome you
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