Dr. Joyce S. Pickering

✨ Author of The Acclaimed Book Montessori Strategies for Children with Learning Differences
✨ Speaking Engagements and Consulting
✨ MACAR Manuals Coming Soon!
Portrait of Dr. Joyce S. Pickering

A Life Dedicated to Helping Every Child Learn

Dr. Joyce S. Pickering, HumD, MA, CCC‑SLP, CALT, QI has transformed the landscape of Montessori and special education. As a speech‑language pathologist and Montessori educator, her work spans five decades of empowering teachers and children to reach their full potential through early intervention and inclusive learning environments.

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Montessori Strategies for Children with Learning Differences

In this insightful book, Dr. Pickering bridges Montessori philosophy with neurodevelopmental science, offering proven methods for including children with dyslexia, ADHD, speech‑language delays, and intellectual disabilities in Montessori classrooms.

  • Strategies grounded in both Montessori principles and clinical practice.
  • Special chapter on autism by K. Michelle Lane‑Barmapov.
  • Paperback, 255 pages.

MACAR Manuals — Coming Soon!

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Understand the specific needs of children who are At‑Risk or diagnosed with learning differences and additional exceptionalities. These manuals provide practical, accessible guidance for educators working to create inclusive and supportive learning environments.