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When you're preschool age children, usually your wiggly youngsters would rather be playing more than practicing spelling and math. As their teacher at home, your challenge is to keep your child or children interested, engaged, and continuing to meet important educational milestones no matter how … Read more about Montessori at Home: Three Whole Brain Learning Games for Preschool-Age Children

Winter can often be thought of as a drab, cold, grey, dreary time when you live in the northeast, but it doesn't have to be so! There are a variety of activities that families with children of varying ages can do keep busy and active, even through the winter months. Some of the following are some … Read more about Northeastern Ohio Wintertime Activities for Families

What do you think of when you hear the word "activity"? Do you get excited about material lists and a neat set of instructions or do you cringe at the idea of a child who may not want to participate in something you spent precious time to prepare? Activities can be wonderful experiences for both … Read more about Simple and Stimulating Montessori Activities for the Home

"No! I want French Fries and Pop!" "I don't like that" "I don't want that sauce!" These are the sounds of parenthood; at least it is for those who have toddlers with picky-eating habits. This doesn't always happen over a long period of time either, this can be your child in less than two … Read more about 5 Tips for Getting Toddlers with Picky-Eating Habits to Try New Foods

No doubt you're familiar with the fantastic, imagination building and logic inspiring variety of legos. Through small plastic toys that snap together, children can learn how to build almost anything. Castles, bridges, spaceships, mega-monsters, trains, and detailed little neighborhoods filled with … Read more about 5 Ways Lego Tape Can Transform Your Toddler’s Play Time

Whether you are traveling across the country on a plane or traveling a few hours by car, traveling with young children during the holidays gets rough. Kids are excited to get to the destination where there will be yummy food, fun relatives, and room to run around. Try to stave off the destination … Read more about Practical Tips for Traveling with Young Children during the Holidays

As a parent, you may have heard of Maria Montessori. But even then, you might not know exactly how she actually contributed to the wide field of education. A pioneer in early childhood learning, she found that learning through experience was of the utmost importance. As such, her legacy still plays … Read more about The Montessori Method, and Its Role in Toddler Educare

When you have an infant at home, caring for your child becomes a full-time job.  Every day, you complete the same activities with your baby, from bathing to playing to bedtime rituals.  These routines can be very comforting to both you and your baby, but sometimes baby care can become monotonous.  … Read more about Introducing Nature Into Your Infant Care Routine

  The holiday season is just around the corner. This means days and days of exciting activities and tons of fun for the little ones in our lives. However, it could also mean long stretches of boring travel, staying in an unusual place, and spending time with relatives that are almost … Read more about 3 Tips for Traveling with Young Children During the Holidays

  Your baby’s growing up so fast—she could be ready for a big girl bed any time now! It’s a joyous time for you and your toddler. However, if you’re a first-time parent, you may be struggling on whether to buy a twin or toddler bed. So we’ve provided several facts to help you decide which … Read more about Everything You Need to Know about Putting Your Child in a Toddler or Twin Bed—and More!

  Although the official first day of Autumn is quickly approaching, we still have plenty of time before this year's Autumn Equinox for unforgettable last-minute summer activities with our friends and family.  Whether your child is just starting school or still enjoying their pre-school … Read more about 6 of the Best Last-Minute Summer Activities

  Can I Prepare Montessori Activities in the Home? Yes, there are many Montessori activities that can be done right in the comforts of your very own home. The idea when planning any Montessori activity is to create an environment where your toddler/preschooler will gain the maximum amount … Read more about Montessori Activities You Can Do at Home: Mathematics Activities