Parenting

When you first learned about Montessori, you may have been enchanted by the peaceful classrooms, by the idyllic language about the nature of children, and the hope for the future they offer. You may have imagined yourself a beloved teacher and guide, children gathered at your feet as you offered … Read more about Teacher Talk: Persistence

Halloween is coming up soon! Before you know what hit you it will be time for costumes, parties, decorations, and lots and lots of candy. Toddlers tend to have meltdowns when things do not go exactly as planned, something different happens, they don’t get what they want, or their schedule changes … Read more about Get Your Toddlers through Halloween without a Meltdown

We are hard-wired to want to protect our children, to care for them and to want to keep them from suffering. When our babies cry, our hearts react, not just poetically but in real, physical responses to the stimuli of an infant in distress. That instinct doesn’t go away just because our children get … Read more about Our Goal As A Parent

As Montessori parents, you want your child to be a part of the global community, and understand the world around them. Maria Montessori understood the importance of raising global citizens. She spent her life campaigning for peace and teaching the importance of raising children that respect all … Read more about 5 Books for Raising Global Citizens

The summer is over, and fall is here. For young children fall usually brings mixed emotions since school is back in session, but for toddlers, there is nothing but exciting activities to look forward to. Toddlers are still learning about the world, but unlike infants, they are old enough to get a … Read more about The Three Most Essential Fall Activities for Toddlers

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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