A new series all about Montessori for babies. In our book The Montessori Baby we wanted to highlight families from around the world applying Montessori from birth. As there wasn’t space to fit in all their photos and the full interview with each of them, this is the perfect place to let you get to know these families even better. Meet Theresa, Chris, D and S from Montessori in Real Life and you can follow them over on Instagram here. They are based in the North-West of the US. 1. How … [Read more...] about Montessori for babies with Theresa from Montessori in Real Life
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S2 E6 In conversation with Junnifa Uzodike & Dr Ayize Sabater about how to apply Montessori to babies
I said last week I’d have to do a podcast soon all about babies, and after our book launch Zoom party for The Montessori Baby last week where Junnifa and I were talking all about our love for babies, I decided it could be fun to share the recording from the book launch party for this week’s podcast. We talked about how we show respect for babies in the Montessori approach, we give you a virtual tour of the book, and even some of the people featured in the book were live on the call and able to … [Read more...] about S2 E6 In conversation with Junnifa Uzodike & Dr Ayize Sabater about how to apply Montessori to babies
A Montessori gift guide for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers
Today I have something fun for you. I am all about living with less, but I still find it fun to do a little bit of thoughtful gift giving in the holiday season. Here is my Montessori gift guide for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Enjoy the giving! Best non-Montessori toys Let’s start with some non-Montessori toys that, whilst I wouldn’t include them necessarily in my classroom, they can be super fun for some open-ended play at home. Best Montessori gifts for any age Best … [Read more...] about A Montessori gift guide for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers
Getting ready for the holiday season Montessori-style
I have lots of fun news for you today! It must be because it’s my favourite season of the year. Rather than heading into the season filled with dread or already feeling overwhelmed, let’s add some calm back into your festive days. From the classroom Here in the Netherlands, the Dutch celebrate Sint on 5 December. It’s very traditional at this time of year to eat pepernoten – very small cookies with a lovely spice mix including lots of cinnamon. I love making these in class with the … [Read more...] about Getting ready for the holiday season Montessori-style