Spontaneous Reading:
A Joyful Journey
Primary Refresher with Gretchen Hall
Spontaneous Reading:
A Joyful Journey
Are you struggling to get your children to read? You're not alone — and this workshop is here to help. Spontaneous Reading: A Joyful Journey invites Primary guides to rediscover the magic of reading through this deep pedagogical dive into the Montessori method.
Rooted in a multi-sensory approach that honors the natural development of the child, this interactive session explores how reading can become a joyful, spontaneous part of a child's life. Together, we’ll review the foundational role of spoken language, examine the symbiotic relationship between writing and reading, and highlight how Montessori principles align with the latest research on effective reading instruction.
Whether you're new to Montessori or a seasoned guide, you'll leave with practical strategies and resources you can implement right away—plus the chance to win language materials during the session!
Gretchen Hall
Gretchen Hall is the AMI Primary Director of Training at the Montessori Training Center of Northeast, located in Hartford Connecticut. Ms. Hall has over 20 years of Montessori experience in both public and private schools as a classroom teacher, administrator, consultant. Gretchen is currently directing her 20th course as an AMI Primary Trainer and has experience training and lecturing, both at home and around the world. She is passionate about Montessori for all children and was the pedagogical director of Connecticut’s first public Montessori school for twelve years. During that time, she led the school’s goal of eliminating the achievement gap for literacy, grounded in the Montessori pedagogy. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Michigan State University and holds a master’s degree in Montessori Education from Loyola University.