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The Power of Positive Discipline: A Montessori Approach
Discipline is often seen as a way to correct behavior, but in the Montessori approach, it’s more about guiding children toward making...

VAMA
Jul 265 min read


Choose Montessori-Inspired Learning Materials
Montessori-inspired materials are designed to engage a child’s senses and support their developmental stages. When selecting materials...

VAMA
Jul 193 min read


Art Activities to Try - Blowing colour bubbles, leaf art, Harold's Purple Crayons, transfer sheets & DIY stickers.
Want to see some of the art and craft activities we've tried this week? These are all a little bit different. Pasting leaves and blowing...

how we montessori
Jul 74 min read


How to Foster Independence at Home: Montessori Tips for Parents
As parents, one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is the ability to be independent and self-sufficient. At Montessori...

VAMA
Jun 294 min read


Unlocking Your Child's Day: 10 Questions to Spark Meaningful Conversations About School
As a parent, one of the most common questions we ask our children at the end of the school day is, “What did you do at school today?”...

VAMA
Jun 294 min read


"Building a Strong Partnership: How Parents and Montessori Schools Can Work Together for Your Child's Success"
Choosing the right preschool for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent. If you're exploring...

VAMA
Jun 143 min read


The Quiet Strain: How Challenging Parent Dynamics Are Impacting the Future of Private Childcare
In recent years, private childcare providers—especially those committed to quality, developmental alignment, and individualized care—have...

VAMA
Jun 93 min read


What Is a Mud Kitchen? Benefits ExplainedWhat Is a Mud Kitchen?
Many kids absolutely adore playing in the mud. Seriously, who hasn’t crafted a muddy pie before? Montessori schools really focus on this...

Stacy Jones
Jun 29 min read


How Does Montessori Teach Math?
Between its enchanting, child-focused approach and delightful, educational activities, it’s easy to fall head over heels for the...

Stacy Jones
May 55 min read


Best Montessori Outdoor Toys and Activities
Montessori learning happens practically everywhere. Public, private, and homeschool Montessori setups ought to have lots of outdoor...

Stacy Jones
Apr 79 min read


How to Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids
Strategies to teach kids resilience, mental strength, and emotional intelligence. Key points Research has found that emotional...

Amy Morin
Mar 34 min read


What are the Contributions that Maria Montessori made to Education?
Many educators worldwide have been fascinated by Maria Montessori‘s approach. The Montessori Method encourages students to discover...

Stacy Jones
Feb 104 min read


Approaching Black History Month from a Montessori Perspective
Lead Guide Kellie Matthews discusses the role and significance of Black History in the Montessori environment Montessori pedagogy takes a...

Guidepost Montessori
Feb 47 min read


A child size electric skillet - preparing the child to cook independently
Kids mini skillet at How we Montessori-2 Does your child cook independently? Montessori families often teach young children to cook...

how we montessori
Jan 273 min read


Are Montessori Materials toys? The Greater Discussion.
It's interesting to me how often I have been asked this question, and the degree of focus and discussion this question has drawn all...

Making Montessori Ours
Jan 205 min read


Six Blindfold Activities for Children 3yrs+
Have you tried any blindfold activities with your child? If your child goes to a Montessori school, it's likely they have tried some...

how we montessori
Jan 133 min read


Winter Nature Exploration: Montessori Learning for Snowy Days
December 17, 2024 | Montessori Education | By orbitsocial Winter Nature Exploration Through Montessori Principles: Learning in the...

Creative World of Montessori
Jan 64 min read


Montessori friendly books for Winter
Nov 23, 2020 - Books , Christmas - By Carine Robin As I don't want to display my Christmas books just yet, I have pulled out our...
Reem Aman
Dec 30, 20241 min read


MONTESSORI-INSPIRED WORK TO DO OUTSIDE IN WINTER
What if I told you that your Montessori learning doesn’t have to stay inside the classroom? It doesn’t! You can apply the same Montessori...
MOMtessori Life
Dec 23, 20241 min read


Montessori Activities at Home Over the Holidays
Updated: Dec 20, 2022 As we get ready to end another calendar year here at HMS, we are busy with classroom activities that are so special...

Hoboken Montessori School
Dec 16, 20242 min read
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