Toddler years are magical and challenging. My youngest child is just transitioning into a more independent and mature stage of her childhood and I am desperately trying to capture in my memories every aspect of her personality, character, and innocence and that toddlers possess. But I had to train myself to appreciate every aspect of …
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 (organising regular playdates, inviting people over, our children attend sporting and other extracurricular activities), …
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The Philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori has a massive impact on education systems throughout the entire globe. The methodology focus nurtures children towards creativity, self-motivated growth, and everlasting desire for knowledge and progress. The Italian physician believed that a child can reach its full potential on its own simply by having the freedom and right …
Montessori-Style Bedrooms for Infants & Toddlers – Setup, Inspiration, Ideas Read More »
Parenthood means to protect young ones from injuries and pain but it is distressing feelings that help children learn about their surrounding environment. Youngsters need to explore and learning of risk and safety is a part of growing up both physically and mentally. There’s a certain cap to this, of course. There are activities you …
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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 …
In this post, Irene – the author of an amazing Montessori parenting blog, Montessori Life As We Know It shares her successful experience during the process of toilet training her toddler. I am often asked about Joshua’s toileting. He attends his Montessori classes and has never had a miss there and the teachers consider him …
The greatest development is achieved during the first years of life, and therefore it is then that the greatest care should be taken. If this is done, then the child does not become a burden; he will reveal himself as the greatest marvel of nature. – Maria Montessori Maria Montessori’s teaching is becoming one of …
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I am honoured to have Jae of Bella’s Casa share her ideas and inspiration for parents of young children in this post. She explains how to create open and clutter-free environment, how to empower children to be successful in keeping their toys and space tidy without constant power struggles and battles over cleaning up routine. …
The Life Changing Montessori Magic of Tidying Up: The Children’s Version! Read More »
The pitter-patter of their tiny feet, the shape of their little bellies, arms tightly wrapped around your neck, curious facial expressions, giggles and tickles, sloppy kisses, cheeky glances, one day you will miss them all, oh, so much. Just remember that next time he pulls your favorite vase off the table or after another exhausting …
Doing Montessori At Home With Your Toddler 12- 18 months. Read More »