Philosophy
Our
Purpose
At MBNS, we believe the "whole child" is nurtured. Children are encouraged to show the full range of their emotions, as well as fully express themselves creatively, cognitively and physically.
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MBNS is a community that endeavors to support and nurture the growth of adult family members and children, at home and at school, offering a rich school environment for both adults and children complemented by ongoing adult education and support groups.
Recommended Reading
The following books and authors are recommended by our staff because of their compatibility with our school's philosophy and spirit. Our philosophy is reflected in the writings of the authors listed below.
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Quick note: Have you heard of the Amazon Smile program? It allows you to shop the titles below (or any Amazon goods) while benefiting our school. Just visit smile.amazon.com and select Manhattan Beach Nursery School under the amazon search bar as your selected charitable organization. Then continue shopping. Thank you for supporting our school!
For Parents
Suggested Books:
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"How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk" by Adele Faber
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"How to Talk so Little Kids Will Listen: A Survival Guide to Life with Children Ages 2-7" by Joanna Faber, Julie King
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"Parent Effectiveness Training: The Proven Program for Raising Responsible Children" by Thomas Gordon
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"A Free Range Childhood : Self-Regulation at Summerhill School" by Matthew Appleton
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"Freedom and Beyond" by John C. Holt
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"How Children Fail" by John Holt
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"Anti-Bias Education for Young Children & Ourselves" by Louise Derman-Sparks
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Suggested Authors & Psychologists:
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A.S. Neil
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Bev Bos
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Carl Rogers
Curriculum & Learning Theory
Regarding Curriculum:
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Learning Theory Organizations:
Presentations & Other Schools
Presentations:
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Other Schools with a similar philosophy and style to MBNS:
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Play Mountain Place in Culver City, CA
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Roseville Community Preschool in Roseville, CA