Hi everyone, I have been busy with this list of Montessori activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers for weeks! I’m so happy with how it has turned out. Download the pdf and look up your child’s age and you will see age-appropriate activities for all areas – daily life, eye-hand coordination, language, music and movement, food preparation activities and art and self expression activities. The guide is broken down into activities for babies up to 6 months, older babies from 6 … [Read more...] about The ultimate list of Montessori activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers
Montessori for babies
Inspiration for our new space
Hi there everyone! And welcome to 2016. Hoping this year is filled with much health and happiness for you and your families. I enjoyed a restful break with my family in the lead up to Christmas – making gingerbread houses, a delightful visit to the Nutcracker ballet, and Christmas brunch with friends too. After Christmas was another matter. Our Montessori classes are moving to a new location from 11 January this year. Which means I have been busy preparing for the move – shopping for a few … [Read more...] about Inspiration for our new space
What? Montessori for babies?
Sometimes people are surprised to learn that Montessori principles can apply from birth. And most commonly I hear people say, “if only I’d known about these ideas earlier". So here are all my favourite ideas for introducing Montessori even to the youngest children. If you have toddlers, preschoolers or older children, there is something for you too. You’ll find that many of these ideas apply to them as well. And you are sure to be able to pass on these ideas to friends with new babies … [Read more...] about What? Montessori for babies?
Montessori musings on “Less is more”
I’m not the first to say it; and I won’t be last. But “less is more" certainly fits well with the Montessori approach in your home. 1. Setting up our spaces Are you struggling with toys everywhere and kids refusing to pack them away? I use it a lot when thinking about the number of toys to have out in our spaces. I find fewer well-selected toys works best. The child feels less overwhelmed. They can see easily what is available. As there will be fewer toys available for your child, … [Read more...] about Montessori musings on “Less is more”