Articles from November 2019

November 27, 2019

Introducing a Toy - Montessori Baby Week 10

Introducing a Toy - Montessori Baby Week 10
Over the 10 days or so Theodore has really started interacting with the world in a whole new way. He has been much more alert and active du...
November 26, 2019

Taking a Pause

Taking a Pause
We have a big bench at our dining room table instead of chairs on one side. While I love the bench, it can also be a bit tricky for toddler...
November 20, 2019

What We're Reading - Thankfulness

What We're Reading - Thankfulness
With so much talk about Christmas, it can be easy to gloss over Thanksgiving. But, for our family, we really do try to make November a time...
November 19, 2019

How to Observe Your Montessori Baby

How to Observe Your Montessori Baby
For any adult in a Montessori environment, observation is super important. It's through observation that we are going to learn exactly ...
November 15, 2019

Gifts for Montessori Parents - A Peek at MY Gift List

Gifts for Montessori Parents - A Peek at MY Gift List
Around this time of year there is always so much talk about what kids would love for holiday gifts but not as much talk about parents. So w...
November 13, 2019

An Advent Calendar Idea - A Book a Day

An Advent Calendar Idea - A Book a Day
With Advent quickly approaching, I’m trying to get all of my Christmastime ducks in a row. I’ve spent far too much time during the past few...
November 11, 2019

Using a Capsule Wardrobe with a Newborn

Using a Capsule Wardrobe with a Newborn
In a Montessori environment we want to provide a child with the opportunity to participate in practical tasks as much as possible. Dressing...
November 05, 2019

Montessori Aprons to Love

Montessori Aprons to Love
When you see pictures of Montessori children working on practical life work, they are almost always wearing an apron. For my kids, putting ...
November 04, 2019

Transitioning to a Montessori Floor Bed with a Newborn

Transitioning to a Montessori Floor Bed with a Newborn
One of the most iconic and well known parts of using Montessori at home has to be the floor bed. Maria Montessori was very clear that small...