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During the pandemic, as both a Montessori educator and parent, I found myself overwhelmed trying to recreate the calm, purposeful structure of my child’s preschool at home. Our days felt chaotic, and my then 3-year-old craved the independence and rhythm he was used to. That’s when I began building a simple Montessori-inspired summer ...
Math is everywhere in daily activities and play. We use math when shopping and comparing the cost of items. Math is used in cooking and measuring. Sports team statistics are based on math. Measuring the time to go certain distances also uses math. Understanding schedules, appointments, and deadlines requires a sense of time and how to allocate it ...
Raised by parents with limited education, I entered first grade behind my peers and spent years catching up. That's why I understand the power of early learning. In Montessori Math, those "aha" moments-when a child's eyes light up-happen often. Through sensorial, hands-on experiences, children truly grasp math as a language of logic and wonder-not ...
Indoor Montessori Activities for Preschoolers on a Rainy DayRainy days don’t have to slow down a preschooler’s curiosity and creativity. In fact, they offer the perfect opportunity to bring Montessori learning indoors with hands-on activities that engage movement, independence, and problem-solving. This guide features over 25 engaging ...
Rainy days with toddlers can be magical with the right activities! Whether your little one is crawling, cruising, or beginning to walk, these Montessori-aligned indoor ideas keep them happily engaged, learning, and moving. Here's a huge list, broken down by age to match your child's natural development. Montessori education encourages children to ...
Montessori Activities for 1-Year-Olds At 12 months, toddlers are curious explorers! Montessori activities at this age focus on developing balance, fine motor coordination, language, and emotional bonding through hands-on discovery and freedom of movement.💡 Tip: Follow your toddler's lead — short, repeatable activities match their ...
As you face a major choice for your child's early education, you can feel the importance of picking the right preschool approach. Early childhood education (education for children from birth to age 8) is more than a step; it's the base that shapes your child's future. You may know about "Reggio Emilia" and "Montessori," but it's key to see how each ...
Walking into a Montessori classroom feels like stepping into a carefully curated world. Soft light filters through the windows, tiny chairs sit in perfect rows, and shelves display polished wooden toys. Often parents are drawn to these spaces; they promise creativity, independence, and a love for learning. But beneath the calm surface, questions ...
Montessori Activities for 2-Month-Olds Explore over 70 Montessori-aligned activities crafted especially for your 2-month-old baby. These ideas support visual focus, early language, sensory exploration, and bonding — all through calm, meaningful interaction. 💡 Pro Tip: Keep activities short — 3 to 5 minutes is perfect for ...
Discover a carefully curated collection of over 200 Maria Montessori quotes organized by theme — perfect for educators, parents, and Montessori enthusiasts seeking timeless wisdom. These quotes reflect Montessori’s powerful insights into child development, independence, peace, and education. These quotes are beautifully echoed in the design ...
