Parenting

Jim Trelease, the author of The Read-Aloud Handbook, says, "What we teach children to love and desire will always outweigh what we make them learn." Furthermore, he says, "The single most important activity for building the knowledge required for eventual success in reading is reading aloud to … Read more about Read-Aloud Books to Engage Kindergarten Students

In a Montessori classroom, children are encouraged to learn through hands-on methods. While technology and books certainly play a role, students aren't stuck behind a screen or staring at a printed page all day. Instead, they're given the chance to explore creatively, utilizing hands-on learning … Read more about Common Montessori Materials

It's easy to spot a Montessori classroom! When you walk in, you'll see neatly organized child-focused spaces. Each one is set up to encourage children to explore the world around them. The goal of each area is to help develop a natural curiosity for learning, creativity, and growth. You can recreate … Read more about 5 Montessori Toys That Help You Bring Lessons Home

As educators and parents, we are keenly aware that children's curiosity and learning does not take a break. During summer break children will be learning and what they are learning is up to you. Will they learn the world outside of the classroom is stimulating, interesting, and begs for exploration? … Read more about Summer Reading Extends Summer Learning

The kids are home from school. Maybe you're still working, or trying to. Maybe you're juggling grandparents or babysitters or other parents, trading off time so that you can get done all the things you need to get done despite the fact that your children are on vacation. Remember that old chestnut, … Read more about Parenting on Vacation

When it comes to running a household full of toddlers (even if it's only one toddler), every parent has their own style of design and decor. Some try to keep the kids away from 'grownup' decor, others completely redesign their homes to become living play places. Often the best compromise is a hybrid … Read more about 6 Ways to Make Your Home More Toddler-Friendly

Everyone wants the best for their kids, and when it comes to education, Montessori is at the top. But there's no reason that the learning has to stay within the walls of the Montessori school. Using items you already have at home, you can create these five Montessori activities to get your little … Read more about 5 Montessori Activities (Using Items You Already Have at Home!)

Toddlerhood is a truly fantastic life stage for almost any child. They're old enough to think, talk, problem solve and go where they want to but the world is still a huge place full of mystery and excitement. In every experience, your toddler can learn something new about the world that will be … Read more about 3 Toddler Learning Activities You Can Do at Home

Children develop a large part of their speech and language skills from birth to age three.  Language and communication skills are critical to a child’s development. Good communication makes them better able to engage in socialization and to learn from their environment. When we talk about … Read more about Activities Parents Can Do To Stimulate Language Development

Children's author, Rosemary Wells, penned a poem about encouraging new readers, which states: "Read to your bunny often. It's twenty minutes of fun. It's twenty minutes of moonlight and twenty minutes of sun. Twenty old favorite minutes. Twenty minutes brand new. Read to your bunny often, and … Read more about 5 Ways to Choose a Great Kindergarten Read Aloud Book

Maria Montessori observed that children have a natural affinity for order and enjoy engaging with authentic materials. She had a profound respect for the inherent dignity of children, and she saw that deep and lasting understanding occurs when children lead their own learning. This springtime, … Read more about 5 Montessori-Inspired Activities to Welcome Spring at Home

Are you looking for a great book to read to your child before bedtime? These stories stand out for meeting both the language and emotional needs of their target age group, per the Quicklist Consulting Committee, a subset of the American Library Association in Chicago. Best Books for … Read more about 12 Best Books for Bedtime