With many childcare and education options popping up these days, it may be difficult for you, as a parent or guardian, to choose the ideal environment for your child. Many parents automatically select a traditional school, since it is familiar and, oftentimes, free. However, Montessori schools have become more and more popular, showing that something…
Kids have a special gift that we call “curiosity.” Do you remember when you were young and everything you saw sparked a question or some sense of wonderment? Then, as you grew older, that curiosity started to disappear. This can happen for a number of reasons, but it may have been that your love of…
A Montessori classroom is an excellent place for children to grow and learn. They develop skills that carry over to the real world, all the while expressing themselves uniquely. Yet, bringing the essence of such a classroom into your home comes with a bunch of questions. If you want to support the work your child…
Food prep and working in the kitchen is such a vital part of every family. When you can stand back and watch your child prepare their own snacks or even make recipes on their own, you know they are experiencing joy and contributing to their family it’s a magical moment once you realize that these…
Maria Montessori, the founder of the Montessori method, once said this: “To assist a child, we must provide [them] with an environment which will enable [them] to develop freely.” The idea that children need space to grow is one of the most fundamental Montessori teachings. It is the reason why classrooms in Montessori schools in…
Toddlers and tantrums. You can’t have one without the other. Since toddlers use tantrums as a way to process what they are feeling, you can expect your toddler to shout and cry more to communicate what they are feeling. Emotions like anger, sadness, excitement, and confusion can all trigger tantrums. There is a Montessori way…
When parents first learn about the Montessori Method, they cannot wait to bring it home and try it there. Yet, even with all the Montessori schools in PA, you may not understand how to create a Montessori-friendly home. Fortunately, you don’t have to make too many changes to your home and still create a successful…
Education does not have a single form. There are dozens of ways to learn about the world, as seen with the Montessori method. With thousands of schools throughout the nation, Montessori schools are becoming more and more popular. However, it can be difficult to understand if you do not know about the principles beyond the…