You’re researching schools and learning methods for your precious little one and you’ve come across two very interesting methodologies: Montessori and STEM. They both have some similarities, and at the same time are so different. As parents we want what’s best for our kids, and education is a top priority. So, when it comes to …
Meta Title: The Montessori Way of Organizing Your Little One’s Toys Meta Description: The Montessori way works in the home, too. It is easier than you think. You can buy the perfect toys for your child and organize them to help him achieve his… Montessori education is not just about piling in information but about …
You have arrived. You married the perfect one, the one you dreamed of, you have that dream job, the home with the white picket fence, and a perfect little child, who you want to grow up to be president of the United States. OK, maybe not all that, but you do want the best for …
Many of us may remember our childhood playtimes, when ordinary objects became the stuff of adventure and exploration with little or no prompting – just the workings of imagination. When a child is given opportunities to play without limitations or specific directions for how objects should be used or how activities must be carried out, …
The Montessori method never goes out of style. It’s been around for over a century and parents just to love it, simply because it makes sense. Let your children discover on their own, keep the materials natural, simple toys, more creativity and open-ended play – who can’t get behind that? With the simplicity of the …
One important aspect of Montessori-style play and learning is to limit the number of options a child has to choose from when selecting an activity. Since Montessori open-ended toys are designed to foster creativity, independence, and open-ended play, the limited number of choices benefits children because they are not overwhelmed or overstimulated. As parents you …
Anyone who lives with toddlers knows that they are prone to accidents. Their gross motor and fine motor skills are still developing and this often leads to accidents around the house. At the same time, there are plenty of ways that parents can help their toddlers with the development of their motor skills. One option …
Every parent wants to give their children a great start when it comes to the development of motor and problem solving skills, even in the earliest stages of infancy. Many experts advocate for simple, quality open ended play options for children that foster exploration, creativity, and ultimately independence. With so many options out there, it …
As adults, we live in a world that can be so stimulating that it is overwhelming. Now, think about what this might be like for your child. Your child is still learning the basics of living in this world, so he might have a hard time comprehending what is happening in the world around him. …
Kids’ brains are like sponges, absorbing every bit of information around them and building new connections in their brain. Thirsty for information and affection, a toddler will find himself in dozens of power struggles every day. As parents, we are already too familiar with the daily tantrums these little humans have for what appears to …