I have something exciting to share with those of you who have busy little people in your life - young children from the age of one to three. I am very honoured to be mum to one little guy. Not one day is the same or dull with this curios and super energetic person. At times it feels like chaos it taking over my life, but looking in those big brown eyes I understand that there is nothing in this entire world I would like to be doing but be here in this very moment for him, guide him and support … [Read more...]
Our Favourite Books for Montessori Toddlers
Montessori toddler classroom is always filled with amazing learning opportunities. Book corner is a magnetic 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 priceless opportunities for adults to spend … [Read more...]
Doing Montessori At Home With Your Toddler 12- 18 months.
The pitter patter of their tiny feet, shape of their little bellies, arms tightly wrapped around your neck, curious facial expressions, giggles and tickles, sloppy kisses, cheeky glance, one day you will miss them all, oh, so much. Just remember that next time he pulls your favourite vase off the table or after another exhausting day has passed. I found that toddler years can be quite challenging because it's the time when they are on the verge of shifting from total dependence to gaining … [Read more...]
MONTESSORI ESSENTIALS: “MONTESSORI AT HOME GUIDE”
Very often you can hear parents, who recently were introduced to the Montessori method, say that they wish they found out about Montessori method a lot sooner. When their child is placed in a care of beautiful Montessori trained people who truly believe in what they are doing, the child goes through amazing transformation. Many decide to start Montessori journey from when their child is very young. However, people find themselves in a position when they lack support and guidance. Are you … [Read more...]
MONTESSORI FINE MOTOR ACTIVITIES AND FREE PRINTABLES
Fine motor skills are so important for the child to learn to write. Maria Montessori also pointed out that development of fine motor is directly connected to development of the brain. Many fine motor activities are practical and represent work that is usually done in real life. This is the reason why it is quite simple for parents and teachers to create practical fine motor learning experiences - most of the time they use objects and things found at home and everyday items. Fine Motor … [Read more...]
DOING MONTESSORI AT HOME WITH YOUR 12 MONTH OLD CHILD.
Montessori At Home with a 12 Months Old Child - Where to Start? With a deep breath and positive attitude. It's way easier than you think. I would like to share with you from my own experience and what I believe is crucial for the child at this age. First of all, allow the child to move freely. Set up your space with as minimum restrictions around the place as possible. Make it safe and accessible for your little person. Set up a couple of baskets in different parts of your home with … [Read more...]
A Guide to Montessori Toddler Resources
Welcome to Montessori Nature's guide to Montessori Toddler Online Resources. You may be a new teacher in the Montessori classroom who is looking for inspiration, or a parent who recently heard about Montessori method but doesn't know really where to start, or you are simply searching for more ideas. I hope this post will help you to navigate towards great materials and save you some time! Montessori Toddler Curriculum: Montessori Curriculum for "Toddlers" by Sorting … [Read more...]
Montessori Inspired Quiet Activities for Toddlers.
It's time to share our DIY Montessori Inspired activity set up for miss A - 2,8 year-old toddler. Life gets so packed with other exciting and fun things to do, especially in summer, but there is always time for quiet time spent in concentration and in sharpening fine motor skills and language. Every single exercise is designed with my daughter's interests in mind. This is where I get my inspiration from. As I mentioned above time and life does not allow me to rearrange her shelves as often as I … [Read more...]
Montessori Inspired Winter Play for Kids
Themed Montessori inspired and fun activities for young kids are great to make important events, like Christmas and Winter Holidays, very memorable and special. When it comes to entertaining my toddler girl I enjoy preparing activities that help her develop skills that are essential for her learning and growing, such as concentration, fine motor skills {let those little fingers work}, creativity. Sensory activities draw her attention more than anything else at this stage. Even … [Read more...]
DIY Sensory Rugs for Kids
Sensory rugs are so great for children's learning and very beneficial for their development. Children are usually very attracted to sensory rugs which stimulate their senses with different textures and colours. Great news is that DIY sensory (massage) rugs are easy to make at home and are very affordable. They make child's play time fun and exciting. These are great for baby and toddler room set up. Maria Montessori was one of the first educators who noticed connection between sensory … [Read more...]
Educational Gifts for Children.
Today parents begin to place more and more value in educational toys made out natural materials that engage the child in meaningful learning activities. I would like to share with you a list of great Montessori Inspired, educational, fun, engaging and purposeful toys that enhance learning in a great way and stimulate child's curiosity. Many of these toys are perfect for the Montessori and Reggio environment set up and encourage open - ended play. I hope you fell in love with these materials like … [Read more...]
Outside Play Set Up on a Budget.
I would love to share with you our patio outside set up for play on a budget. Free open-ended play is one of the most essential aspects of child's growth and development. They take control over their discoveries, they learn to transform into reality their thoughts and their dreams through their environment. Everything I do for my child at home is driven by principals of the Montessori philosophy. I also get incredible amount of inspiration from Reggio pedagogy. I created this outside open ended … [Read more...]
Pin Poking Activities + Free Printables.
Push pin (or pin poking) activity is one of the popular Practical life activities in the Montessori classroom. I would like to share with you ways to use pins and pin poking which greatly benefit child's development. You can find that pins are often used in activities for different purposes. Pin activities - encourage do develop deeper concentration - prepare for writing - are so much fun - exercise patience and attention to detail - develop fine motor - develop finger … [Read more...]