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7 Significant Ways Montessori Differs
7 Significant Ways Montessori Differs There is no denying that Montessori is unique. From the moment you walk into our school, you know it’s not like any other. That’s how we like it. We know what we have to offer is unique, and the families who come to our school are usually looking for something…
Read MoreMontessori Principles You Can Apply at Home
Montessori Principles You Can Apply at Home “These words reveal the child’s inner needs; ‘Help me to do it alone’.” ~ Maria Montessori Maria Montessori’s wise words still ring true nearly a century later. Today’s parents, including myself, are looking for ways to instill confidence and independence in our children. Never fear, you can benefit…
Read MoreMindfulness in Montessori
Mindfulness in Montessori Do you ever wonder what you did during the day, aside from managing tantrums and cleaning up messes, as a parent? Many adults go through their days not being fully present (mentally or emotionally) with their children. This makes it easy for the brain to become stuck in a state of stress.…
Read MoreThe Top Ten Montessori Parenting Tips
The Top Ten Montessori Parenting Tips Don’t overlook the fundamentals. Is your child sleeping enough? Is she eating a balanced diet? Maintain a consistent and calm bedtime routine. Before going to bed, read or tell stories. Maintain a consistent bedtime routine throughout the week. Also, by providing nutritious options, you can help your child learn…
Read MoreThe Importance of Hands-On Learning
The Importance of Hands-On Learning “What the hand does, the mind remembers.” – Dr. Maria Montessori When children can discover with their hands, their discoveries become more significant to them. Because they experience their learning with their hands, the things they learn are much more embedded than any rote memory could be. They take an…
Read MoreHow to Assist Your Child in Managing Their Emotions
How to Assist Your Child in Managing Their Emotions Children are born with the hardware to experience a wide range of emotions, but they are not born with the tools to name, interpret, and manage those emotions. That is where parents, as the child’s first teacher, come in. Every day and night, we have numerous…
Read MoreThe Role of the Montessori Teacher
The Montessori teacher’s role; How is it so different from any other teachers? It is sometimes easy to start by explaining what a teacher from Montessori isn’t. A Montessori teacher is more like a gentle guide than the traditional idea of a teacher. You do not see it as your job to provide information to…
Read MoreFreedom within Limits: Montessori in Reality
The Freedom within Limits The phrase “follow the child” is frequently heard in Montessori. This means that we monitor each child’s growth, interests, needs, and abilities. In many ways, we follow the child, but we are ultimately their guide, not the other way around. Rather than giving young children complete freedom, we limit their freedom.…
Read More10 Ideas for Creating a Montessori Environment at Home for Your Toddler
10 Ideas for Creating a Montessori Environment at Home for Your Toddler Setting up a Montessori-inspired play environment doesn’t have to be difficult, and it doesn’t have to cost a lot of money! The Montessori classroom is set up to promote independence and attentiveness. When you put some thought into the design of your child’s…
Read MoreWork vs. Play
Is there a Difference with Work and Play? “Play is the Child’s Work,” according to Maria Montessori, is one of her most well-known aphorisms. This phrase is frequently misinterpret to imply that work and play are interchangeable and that children should be working rather than playing. However, it was not Dr. Montessori’s intention. Maria Montessori, …
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