“There should be no pressure, no reward or punishment, no adult deciding when the child should learn to use the potty. The environment is prepared and the child is free to explore and imitate in these natural developmental stages.” (The
Busy, Busy. The Toddlers are very busy from the time they walk in their classroom until the time they leave in the afternoon. As your toddler enters the classroom they are learning to put their belongings in their cubbies and […]
You probably know that encouraging independence is a hallmark of Montessori education and parenting young children. The best way to teach our children to do things for themselves is to create supportive structures in which they can gradually depend on […]
Giving toddlers the opportunity to freely explore and play outdoors is more important now than ever before. There are so many benefits to allowing toddlers to play outside on a daily basis. Outdoor play impacts children’s development in more ways
“Grace & Courtesy” is an integral part of the Montessori curriculum, beginning in the early childhood classrooms and continuing through the elementary levels. The name is almost a misnomer because it gives the impression of being rooted in politeness (which […]
“…but I know happiness does not come with things. It can come from work and pride in what you do.” ~ Ghandi
Water is always of high interest in the Montessori Toddler Classroom. A toddler who is learning to wash their hands, how to pour water from a pitcher, or free playing with a variety of tools is also discovering comfort, excitement […]
Another installment in our Parent Education Series: Montessori Mornings with Nancy Rose. Last week Nancy discussed The Language of Encouragement and how subtle differences in communicating with your child can build confidence organically. Want to catch up on previous chats? View […]
The power of a Toddler is an impressive thing. They possess a fierce desire to do and discover things for themselves, all while needing constant reassurance that they are safe. As a Montessori teacher, the dance of independence takes place […]
As we prepare for our Fall Open House, we love looking back at this amazing video created by our friends at Blueflash Photography. We create a student experience that builds independence and offers hands-on learning experiences at every level.
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