Children love dirt! Gardening is a perfect excuse to get dirty! Ann Sanders of A Green Hand shared her easy-to-implement step-by-step guide to creating a nourishing vegetable garden with your children. Gardening is one of the major parts of Practical Life activities children learn to master in the Montessori environment. In addition to presenting amazing …
A change of seasons brings a whole kaleidoscope of new emotions, feelings, colors, excitement, and anticipation. Changes in nature create a unique atmosphere in classrooms and call for new adventures and learning opportunities. However, it also means that our bodies have to adjust as well. In autumn and winter there is less sun exposure, less …
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Food preparation with young kids is a priceless learning experience that is just as valuable for little ones as it is for parents or teachers. In a Cycle one ( 3- 5-year-old) Montessori classroom you will find that Practical life activities, including food preparation, are one of the central aspects of children’s environment. It is …
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Montessori education is a great option for 3 – 5 – year olds who are ready to learn and explore! The Montessori approach emphasizes hands-on, child-led learning that allows children to develop at their own pace. With materials designed to promote independence, concentration, and a love of learning, Montessori classrooms are a great environment for …
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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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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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