Are you keen to gift something exciting to a special 2-year-old person in your life? Well, let’s examine what he or she is up to at this stage of growth and development. This way we can be sure that the child will have great moments of play with joy and purpose. When we choose to …
Before we begin to imagine what would make a one-year-old child happy, it is best to think of his or her current stage of development and what will help the child reach the next developmental milestone. At this age, children are continuing to adapt to their environment. Their surroundings stimulate a child’s senses and can …
Raising children in a world built-on on mathematical principles, to form and nourish understanding and practice of fundamental math, is a must in parenthood. While there are many Montessori materials and tools we use and recommend, elementary algebra lessons are special! A child’s mind comfortable with mathematics and mathematical games is capable to perceive, adapt, …
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In this post, I share learning activities children can do outdoors in nature. I explain what to bring and write about practical ways you can implement learning in nature. Learning outdoors undoubtedly has many benefits. There are plenty of instances of deep hands-on exploration that take place outdoors when children simultaneously can engage in practical …
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I often get asked where to purchase Montessori materials, what I consider Montessori essentials, what handmade items are best for those who prefer handcrafted materials, etc. Below you will find a list of materials, resources, and toys I sincerely recommend. Everything on this list is of high quality and value. I’ve gathered resources and products …
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Montessori Teacher Guide Maria Montessori is an Italian educator, physician, and innovator, famous for the revolutionary education method. The Montessori teacher approach builds on a child’s natural curiosity and inclination to explore through risky play, while children are given space, and resources to learn at their own pace, and in ways that are less restrictive, …
In this guest post, Erika of Montessori & Multilingual shares her best tips on creating an environment where young children can learn other languages in the most natural and authentic way. The sage words of Dr. Maria Montessori ring especially true for multilingual families. As she put it, “the development of language is part of …
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With streets and public places going quiet during the time when all the effort being made to minimise the transmission of the virus, life is definitely getting busier at home. Whilst as a homeschooling family we have a busy social life (organizing regular playdates, inviting people over, and our children attend sporting and other extracurricular …
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In case you are looking, here are some of our favorite easy low prep activities for children of different ages that are not worksheets or screen time. Water play with funnels, droppers, sponges, small animal toys, and cups; Add food coloring and soap for bubbles if you don’t mind messy play. Outdoor free play is …
Do you wonder sometimes what a day in the life of another homeschooling family may look like? Unless you are a part of a dynamic and large homeschooling community, you may not have time or energy to connect with others on a regular basis to discuss your routines and timetable. As per a few requests …