0 - 6 years In our schools. Dr Montessori talked about the child under 6 years old being a sensorial learner. They take in most easily what they can experience with their senses - what they can touch, smell, taste, hear and see. We talk often in Montessori about giving these young children real hands-on experiences and time for them to be able to explore and make discoveries in the world around them. (For some ideas, there are lots of Montessori activities on my blog HERE) Which is why as … [Read more...] about Montessori and screens
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Setting up a Montessori toddler classroom (and home)
I’m going to show you how I set up our new Montessori toddler classroom where I run parent-child classes here in Amsterdam. We moved in just 2 weeks ago in a weekend (not recommended!) and it took me two weeks to recover. But it already feels like the cosiest new home and I’m so grateful to all the families who have been so supportive and patient and open to trying something new. So let's get started… Planning the space I love using paper to play around with options for setting up … [Read more...] about Setting up a Montessori toddler classroom (and home)
Redefining peace education
A conversation about redefining Peace Education in Montessori - with Trisha Moquino, Britt Hawthorne, Seemi Abdullah, and Simone Davies Click the image above or this link to watch the recording Accessibility: closed captioning and ASL translation available Read: Follow: Webinars: Learn more: Slides: You are welcome to use the slides unchanged for your own social media or to discuss with others … [Read more...] about Redefining peace education
5 days for reflection
As we say goodbye to 2021 and welcome in 2022, let's take 5 days for reflection. Reflection helps us to take perspective, to reflect on how things have gone, what worked well, and what we'd rather do differently going forward. Day 1 Let's start day 1 of our 5 days of reflection looking at our connection with our children. Some ways we may want to consider:✏️ how we communicated with them✏️ how we had fun together✏️ how we showed our love for them (not with gifts)✏️ how we slowed down … [Read more...] about 5 days for reflection