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! … [Read more...] about Celebrating International Families with Amsterdam Mamass
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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! … [Read more...] about Making necklaces with straws is fun
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 craft area in your home When your child is young, the area will be a lot simpler — perhaps one or two crayons and some paper – and will grow with your child. 2. Focus on the process, not the product Materials are offered for the … [Read more...] about My top 5 tips for art with young kids