ACCESSIBLE HIGH CHAIR VS. WEANING TABLE AND CHAIRS
BLW* is a common approach in Montessori homes, as it respects children’s ability and choice in feeding. It encourages independence and self-awareness as children are...
APPLE PIE RECIPE
Autumn may be apple season, but apple pie tastes good any day of the year. It is a great activity to do with children as...
SUMMER ACTIVITIES INSPIRED BY NATURE WALK
When taking walks outside, do you find yourself returning home with pockets full of flowers every time? If your child loves finding nature treasures to...
PROPRIOCEPTION, THE VESTIBULAR SYSTEM, AND THE PIKLER TRIANGLE
Children in their first years of life learn about their surrounding world through their senses. The information gathered by their senses is processed by their...
PREPARED ENVIRONMENT - SAFETY AT HOME FOR CHILDREN
In Montessori, we often talk about the prepared environment. At home, this goes well beyond having a calm and inspiring space with a well-planned and...
MEETING YOUR CHILD'S GROSS MOTOR NEEDS IN THE CITY
Let’s talk about child development, specifically gross motor development….in the city!Research tells us our children need opportunities for unstructured play, especially outdoors to help their...
HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR CHILD ON THE PIKLER TRIANGLE?
The Pikler Triangle. The popular tool is designed to support child-led independent play. So, you made the plunge and bought a Pikler Triangle and set...
PIKLER TRIANGLE: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Perhaps you've seen the Pikler Triangle on Instagram or Montessori Facebook pages and wondered why people are raving about this thing. What is it anyway...
GINGERBREAD HOUSE
To make your Christmas extra special this year why not construct a Gingerbread House together with your child? Or if you are set on making...
CHRISTMAS COOKIES
There is nothing like settling down with a cup of hot cocoa and a cookie to watch the twinkling lights on your Christmas tree. Whether...
CHRISTMAS SHELF ACTIVITIES
When creating or buying shelf activities for your child it is always essential to first observe your child. Once you have observed your child’s interests...
RISKY PLAY: Why does my child need it?
What is risky play?While the name may make you feel a bit uncomfortable, it is essential for our children to engage in risky play. Risky...