Pushpin (or pin poking) activity is one of the popular fine motor activities in the Montessori classroom. I would like to share with you different ways to use pins and pin poking which greatly benefit the child’s development. You will find that pins are often used in activities for different purposes. Push pinning is a …
“The only way that we can live, is if we grow. The only way that we can grow is if we change. The only way that we can change is if we learn. The only way we can learn is if we are exposed”.- C. JoyBell C. When creating learning experiences for children I aim …
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Now our toddler is old enough to work on her practical life skills in the kitchen on regular basis. We set aside time every day to incorporate Montessori principles to create healthy snacks and build healthy habits from the start. Why do we need practical life exercises at home?Practical life activities in the kitchen are …
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I would love to share with you a set of DIY Montessori-inspired activities that’s been on the shelves of my 2.5-year-old daughter. Every week I aim to create activities that encourage concentration, fine motor development, sensory development, encourage work of hand and hand-eye coordination. I tend to use natural materials and materials found in a …
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Acrylic mirrors make a wonderful tool for children to discover and play with. It creates a different dimension for children to explore shapes and colors. If you are looking for all the inspiring ways to use acrylic mirrors for your child’s play, I invite you to check out the fun ideas gathered in this post. …
Kitchen practical life in Montessori refers to the activities that involve cooking, food preparation, and other kitchen-related tasks that children can participate in as part of their practical life education. The activities in the kitchen practical life curriculum are designed to help children develop independence, coordination, concentration, and self-confidence, as well as teach them about …
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“The child is by nature a worker, and when, by working in this special fashion, which is according to his nature, he can accomplish a great deal of work without ever feeling fatigued. When he works in this way he shows himself to be happy and by working in this way he also becomes cured …
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We then found that individual activity is the one factor that stimulates and produces development”-Maria Montessori (The Absorbent Mind, p. 7) Usually, I introduce new jobs/ activities to my 2-year-old toddler one at a time, so she has enough time to get familiar with them and practice new skills. I also try to replace activities …
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Montessori education and Christianity share several common values and principles, making them a suitable combination for parents who want to raise their children with a well-rounded education. Montessori education focuses on the child’s natural curiosity and desire to learn, while Christianity emphasizes the importance of love for oneself and others. Both Montessori and Christianity believe …
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Montessori Inspired Infant Toddler Playgroup is a type of early childhood education program that emphasizes independence, exploration, and hands-on learning. It is based on the teaching philosophy of Maria Montessori, which emphasizes the child’s natural curiosity and desire to learn. In these playgroups, infants and toddlers are encouraged to explore sensory materials, practice self-care skills, …
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