Articles from October 2018

October 29, 2018

Materials to Support Cursive Writing

Materials to Support Cursive Writing
In both Nora and Henry's Montessori schools, the children are taught to write in cursive. There are many benefits to learning cursive w...
October 25, 2018

Favorite Art Supplies from IKEA

Favorite Art Supplies from IKEA
If you've been around here for awhile, you know that I love IKEA. I've used IKEA stuff for soooo many areas of my Montessori home. ...
October 24, 2018

Managing Sibling Conflict

Managing Sibling Conflict
It is so hard to have multiple children in your care. It is, it can be exhausting and daunting to be responsible for so many little lives. ...
October 23, 2018

Supporting Montessori Math Learning at Home

Supporting Montessori Math Learning at Home
One of my favorite things about the Montessori method of education is the math materials. The Montessori mathematics curriculum is pure gen...
October 19, 2018

Toddler Bead Threading

Toddler Bead Threading
At 22 months, Gus is super into threading beads. It’s one of the first works he gravitates toward each day. At any given time he can be fou...
October 18, 2018

A Toddler Friendly Cleaning Area

A Toddler Friendly Cleaning Area
Toddlers are just the greatest little people! But, with a toddler comes a certain amount of mess. They are learning, growing, and exploring...
October 15, 2018

Montessori Parent: My New Favorite Phrase

Montessori Parent: My New Favorite Phrase
I have a new favorite parenting phrase! And all credit has to go to Mars from Montessori on Mars  for giving it to me. She modeled this sim...
October 12, 2018

Our Favorite Book For Language Development

Our Favorite Book For Language Development
Last week, I shared that Augustus struggles with expressive language delay . I wanted to thank each of you that reached out to me and share...
October 11, 2018

Extending the Life of Your Puzzles

Extending the Life of Your Puzzles
I think we all have likely experienced buying a toy for our child and having them outgrow it quickly. And when that happens, it's alway...
October 09, 2018

Which Open-Ended Toys are "Worth it?"

Which Open-Ended Toys are "Worth it?"
As a Montessori parent, I try to provide a mix of materials in our home to engage my kids! That work that will spark joy, concentration, and...
October 08, 2018

5 Recipes that My Kids Love to Make

5 Recipes that My Kids Love to Make
I love to work in the kitchen with my children! I try to invite them into the kitchen to help me do something at least daily. Often, especi...
October 05, 2018

Following the Child - Language Delay

Following the Child - Language Delay
Augustus is literally one of my favorite humans on the planet. This child exudes joy, he's charming,  smart, and hilarious. He's ju...
October 03, 2018

Magazine Pictures Books for Early Writing

Magazine Pictures Books for Early Writing
Maria Montessori observed that children write before they read and this has been true for both of my children. Nora is at a stage where she...
October 01, 2018

Preparing a Montessori Baby Space With Multiple Kids

Preparing a Montessori Baby Space With Multiple Kids
Preparing a Montessori space for your baby can be super fun! And, nothing beats watching your little baby learn, grow, and explore that spa...