Meet Mary, known as the Kinderlady to many – a retired elementary teacher with more than 30 years of experience, specializing in kindergarten education. Mary’s teaching style emphasizes a hands-on approach, utilizing elements of Montessori teaching to aid her students in learning fundamental skills such as writing their name, the alphabet, counting and writing to 100, and much more. Although retired in 2022, Mary’s passion is to continue her involvement in education by assisting parents of preschoolers to prepare their little ones for kindergarten.

Alongside her husband, John, Mary resides in Hesperia, California, where they share a love for outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, and visiting national parks.