Here is a sneak peek into one of the Montessori Playgroups in Australia. These are activities that stimulate and help to develop various skills such as fine motor skills, hand grip, finger strength, taking care of self, gross motor skills, hand coordination, logical thinking and problem solving on a basic level. However, it is important to remember that activities are not the purpose, but the opportunity of the child to be independent, be able to concentrate for as long as they want with what … [Read more...]
10 Montessori-Inspired Ways to Boost Baby’s Brain Development
"Every baby is born with about 100 billion neurons. Neurons are the special cells responsible for most brain functions, such as thinking, seeing and feeling. We currently believe that those 100 billion neurons are all you get; few or none of them are produced later in life. Neurons connect with each other across tiny spaces called “synapses.” These connected neurons join together to form the systems that perform the various functions of the brain. During the first eight months after birth, … [Read more...]