Joanna HowesJoanna Howes is the director and teacher of a Montessori primary program. She has a bachelor's degree in natural history and ecology, as well as a master's degree in education. Joanna grew up in California's Bay Area and now lives in Tahoe Visa, California, with her partner and children. Joanna loves exploring in the woods with her daughters, and you can often find her skiing, swimming in alpine lakes, and listening for birdsong.