The parent looked at me with concern. “Is that safe?” she asked and gestured to our new playground. It was a beautiful day; sunny, just the hint of a breeze. I turned to look at the reality of my vision … Continued
“Self-esteem comes from having a sense of belonging, believing that we’re capable, and knowing our contributions are valued and worthwhile,” says California family therapist Jane Nelsen, co-author of the Positive Discipline series. Nurturing your preschooler’s self-esteem may seem like a hefty … Continued
Your child is more capable than you realize. Even your preschooler can begin to learn these essential life lessons. With so much for our children to learn in today’s high-tech world, it’s all too easy for them to miss out … Continued
What is a Montessori School? It’s the most obvious question and the answer is actually very simple. The Montessori philosophy is based on children’s natural developmental needs. Then it gets more complicated. Children need space and freedom to learn … Continued
When the children had completed an absorbing bit of work, they appeared rested and deeply pleased. —Maria Montessori (author), Paul Oswald (editor), Basic Ideas of Montessori’s Educational Theory Children as young as three-years-old, after several months in a Montessori classroom, … Continued
It doesn’t have to be clever, it doesn’t have to be complex, you just need to enjoy it. Play with your children, doing something that gives you genuine enjoyment. That enjoyment is infectious and creates the right, emotionally warm environment … Continued
“At what point do you burst the Montessori bubble?” a friend recently asked. She has two young children in Montessori, but is considering enrolling them in a traditional private school after they finish Primary. My first thought (as a Montessori child, … Continued