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It’s October! I love everything cosy, which is why I love Autumn so much. I love pulling out my scarf and my boots, admiring the changing colours as I cycle to classes through the Vondelpark, and collecting those crunchy leaves. Here are some classroom vibes from the past 2 weeks…

Festive craft fun

I’ve been running a festive craft workshop at Jacaranda Tree Montessori in Amsterdam for 5 years now. They are always super fun and this was no exception. I was joined this year by three creative ladies: Kyoko of Kyoko Kinder Kunst Klas, Soona and Emi of Flatto81. In case you’d…

A warm and cosy December

December already! Bring on the cold weather so we can enjoy snuggling up inside with hot drinks, baking and crafting with the kids, and enjoying some twinkling lights on these long dark evenings. News from the classroom We’ve been celebrating Sinterklaas in class these last weeks. We baked pepernoten together…

easy ideas for keeping your child’s artwork

Another common question I get asked is if I have any good ideas what to do with the lovely paintings that the kids make in class and at home. So here are some simple ideas for you try. Let me know what are your favourites too! 8 easy ideas for…

Halloween fun

We had some Halloween fun in class this week. Some of the kids were game to get their foot painted green to make scary foot monsters. Too cute.

Montessori tip to use at home

Here is another Montessori tip for you! One of the things I am always collecting is these little jam jars you sometimes get at cafes or hotels. They aren’t the regular size you get from the supermarket – they are only a few centimetres tall. This one was Bonne Maman…

Celebrating International Families with Amsterdam Mamass

Fab event today at Artis with Amsterdam Mamas. We had a blast making hands from around the globe with the kids. Amsterdam Mamas families really do come from all over the world!

Making necklaces with straws is fun

How adorable are these pictures from the Open Day? Make your own necklaces with some wool, a blunt darning needle and some straws cut into inch-long pieces. Enjoy!

My top 5 tips for art with young kids

Today, let’s have a look at art the Montessori way. What is the best way for you to encourage the inner artist in your child? Here are my 5 favourite tips for creating art with young children. My top 5 art and craft tips 1. Provide an accessible art and…