Nature has always been an important part of my life, ever since I was a child, and this was one of the things I wanted to share with my children. To be able to discover it together, to see them explore it, in their own unique way, and to teach them nature's importance, and how to protect it.Nature is the one place where you can learn not only to connect with yourself but live in harmony with the environment. It teaches you to protect and respect life, and each living thing, big or small. Nature … [Read more...]
Our Favourite Books for Montessori Toddlers
Montessori toddler classroom is always filled with fantastic learning opportunities. Book corner is a fascinating place for little ones where they can spend a great deal of time looking through illustrations and making meaning of the pictures connecting them with their personal experience. Children need books as sensory and information resource to build vocabulary, understand concepts that are part of their world. However, most importantly books provide valuable opportunities for adults to … [Read more...]
30 Amazing Books For Children on Nature
When exploring outdoors children ask never-ending questions about everything they observe around. Nature and the environment that surrounds kids fascinate and draws them to discover with hands-on learning. Don't you wish you had a practical guide that would help you navigate your outdoor adventures? Well, there are plenty to choose from this list of nature books for children. I have to warn you, it is really difficult to pick just one. Illustrations and content are simply outstanding. I am about … [Read more...]
DIY Montessori Inspired Activities and Games for 3 – 5 year olds.
The Montessori method offers such a wide range of amazing experiences for children. Child's work is their play. Generally, children do not need stimulation or encouragement; they naturally gravitate to activities that reflect their interest and enrich passion for learning. Senses play such a huge role in their learning. All materials and activities that are presented below have a goal to make learning hands-on, connect hand and brain, provide an opportunity for discovery. Our Montessori … [Read more...]
40 Must-Have Books for Preschoolers
Children are very curious by nature, therefore, I consider this list of books to be perfect for preschoolers. With absolutely gorgeous illustrations they give a wonderful presentation of the world surrounding kids. As a Montessorian, I picked mainly books with realistic content that represent the real world and open children's hearts and minds towards understanding people with different culture and traditions. Every single one of these books is on my "must have" list. I chose books that … [Read more...]
Montessori Inspired Activities and Games For 3-year-olds.
The Montessori method presents such an incredible amount of learning experiences for a child. These experiences are born from child's natural desire to explore, curiosity and passion for the world. I am delighted to share with you what has been happening during our Montessori cycle at home - a classroom I set up for my three-year-old preschooler - A. May I say that I have never felt so strongly about the benefits of the Montessori method until I started to implement it with my child at home. It … [Read more...]
AUSTRALIA / OCEANIA MONTESSORI RESOURCE PACK
Australia and Oceania are one of the most mysterious and fascinating parts of the world. It is has incredibly rich flora and fauna, wonderful people, breathtaking landscapes, and ancient culture of Indigenous people. Even though I will remain Russian in my heart forever I am very grateful to be a part of this great country - Australia - which became my home. The most beautiful part of Australia is its people, their genuine kindness and generosity which represents the whole beauty of natural … [Read more...]
MONTESSORI PHONICS INITIAL SOUND CARDS
One of my favourite parts of the Montessori education is the process of teaching children to read and write. At home, we have done a good solid preparation for the first stages of reading with my daughter. She has experience matching objects with pictures, works to develop logical thinking and comprehension with pre-reading cards, we often play "I spy game", and read books every day. Now the time has come to start learning sounds with Sandpaper letters. In order to assist her in this … [Read more...]
Inspiring Children Books About Great People in History
Everyone created their list of heroes and inspirational characters we admire and aspire to continue their legacy. Often ordinary people are the those whose work, passion, motivation and strength of character become an excellent example for all, especially children. These are real "superheroes" that I want my children to look up to, people who used their talents, resources and passion for achieving their goals, dream in spite of difficulties and obstacles. I admire the fact that these talented … [Read more...]
Insects 3 Part Montessori Nomenclature Cards
Do your children love learning about bugs and all sorts of creepy crawlers? Children's curiosity towards insects is so easily sparked, especially around Spring time. Well, I hope this printable won't be left without attention in your classroom. Montessori Nomenclature 3 Part Cards: Insects. This printable contains: 20 x Labeled Picture (Control) cards 20 x Picture Cards 20 x Label Cards 1 x Definition Card. Insects included in this printable are: fly, firefly, cockroach, mantis, … [Read more...]
