I love how Dr Montessori, even in the early 1900’s, had such a holistic idea of children and their development, including the importance of the outdoors and nature. Young children are sensorial learners. This quote from Dr Montessori above embodies how rich their experiences can be. Even as an adult, the memories of walking barefoot in grass from my own childhood are still so strong. Nature has the ability to calm us, to connect us with beauty, and to reconnect us to the earth and … [Read more...] about 10 tips for Montessori activities outdoors and in nature