Benefits and Key Concepts of Montessori Education
Montessori education is a method of education that is based on hands-on learning, self-directed activity, and collaborative play. In a Montessori classroom setting, teachers provide children with age-appropriate activities. Children are also given the freedom to make creative choices in their learning. They can work individually or in groups to help them reach their full […]
Strategies for Managing Screen Time
In the past decade, technology has developed rapidly and has become an integral part of our daily lives. The ways in which we have used technology have changed so quickly, that many of us have not paused to consider how our use of it has affected our own lives, but also the lives of our […]
Ways to Model and Express Kindness to Your Child
Most of us want to raise our children to become human beings who are ethical and caring. Yet, this can be a challenging task for parents, especially as their children grow older and are exposed to outside influences. However, empathy and kindness are traits that can be instilled and practiced at home. Model Kindness for […]
Easy Ways to Apply the Montessori Philosophy at home
The Montessori Philosophy was founded by Maria Montessori. She was Italy’s first female physician whose scientific approach to education was to teach to the individual needs of a child. Her goal was to develop children and their individual personalities using a system that’s focused on using the intellect of a human. She has revolutionized a […]
The Importance of Self-Care
As a parent, it is easy to get caught up in the daily responsibilities of helping others. From the moment you wake up, to the moment your head sinks down on to your pillow, it is easy to get swept up in running your household, meeting the demands of your job, and being a supportive […]
Discipline and Punishment: Understanding the Difference
Too often, parents seek ways to improve their child’s behavior, and when they’re asked which strategies they have used, it is revealed that punishments are the most commonly used method of redirecting a child’s undesired behavior. The differences between punishment and discipline can be subtle at first glance. In fact, they are often interpreted and […]
Emotional Intelligence in the Classroom
When most of us consider how our child is being educated, we often think of academics. After all, for most of us, that’s the primary reason we send our children to school. Often, however, we forget about a vital part of our children’s education: the development of their emotional intelligence. In a Montessori classroom, the […]
Tips for Teaching Organization to Your Child
Organization is a skill that is crucial to success in school, work, and life. Having routines and systems in place can simplify life, decrease anxiety, and increase productivity. As adults, we rely on organization to get through our daily lives…we all have methods of doing our work, maintaining our households, and parenting our children. When […]
4 Recipes for Celebrate National Potato Month with the Family
Being an integral part of the food supply of many countries, a world without potatoes is unimaginable! This month, we have more reasons to take in our favorite vegetable and make wonderful recipes because September is National Potato Month! To help you get started, here are some great potato recipes that you can make at […]
7 Tips for Montessori Learning at Home for Kids Under 3
Montessori learning refers to the approach that focuses on the holistic development of the child where they are given the opportunity to grow in a productive and healthy way. Montessori does not only refer to an educational approach, it can also be used as a parenting method and considered a lifestyle. Montessori parenting means that parents […]
