Hi, I'm Mariana!

Welcome to TuttoMani Montessori!

I'm a Montessori educator, children's author, curriculum creator, and lifelong learner with a passion for helping children discover the joy of learning through meaningful, hands-on experiences.

My journey in education began as a music teacher in Miami-Dade County Public Schools after earning my Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from the University of Miami. I loved sharing music with children and watching their confidence grow, but everything changed when I became a mother.

As I searched for the best educational environment for my own children, I discovered Montessori—and it transformed the way I viewed education. My three children attended Montessori schools, and seeing them develop independence, confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love of learning inspired me to pursue Montessori training myself. What began as a search for my family became a lifelong calling.

For the past 15+ years, I have had the privilege of guiding young children during some of the most important years of their development. Along the way, I also earned a Master's Degree in Instructional Design and Technology, allowing me to combine Montessori philosophy with curriculum design, educational technology, and creative learning experiences.

Today, I create books, printable resources, videos, and Montessori-inspired materials that support parents, teachers, homeschoolers, and caregivers around the world.

The name TuttoMani, meaning "all hands" in Italian, reflects one of my deepest beliefs: children learn best by doing. Whether they are building, reading, creating, exploring, singing, or solving problems, meaningful experiences engage both the hands and the mind.

As a Christian, I also believe every child is uniquely created with purpose, gifts, and incredible potential. My hope is that every resource I create nurtures not only academic growth, but also confidence, curiosity, creativity, kindness, and a lifelong love of learning.

Thank you for visiting TuttoMani Montessori. I hope these resources encourage and inspire you, whether you're preparing a classroom, teaching at home, or simply supporting a child's journey of discovery.

I'm so glad you're here.

With gratitude,

Mariana Baptista Gonçalves
Founder, TuttoMani Montessori