"He does it with his hands, by experience, first in play and then through work. The hands are the instruments of man's intelligence." --Dr. Montessori Do you carve pumpkins, make…
Category: Child
WE ARE OUR CHILD’S ADVOCATE
At a recent medical appointment with V it became clear that we, regardless of where we are, are our child's advocate. Not just when it comes to what is best…
DIY PLANT DUSTER AND INTRODUCTION
I've been decluttering and deep cleaning a lot lately as I try to make space and adjust for the girls new skills and latest interests. A new interest that I…
MUSIC MONDAY: HOMESCHOOLING EDITION
Music is a big part of this household; we listen to it regularly and all different varieties. We do have our favourite genres, classical being one of them. So when…
INTRODUCING BABY DOLLS
When I was thinking about what materials to get the girls for their birthday, a babydoll was something I considered. I did plenty of research and decided on the perfect…
OUR DIY BUDDHA BOARD
The girls come from a family of painters. Their grandma (my mother-in-law) has done some beautiful paintings and drawings --in my opinion, she is the queen of sunsets. Their abuela…
HOW WE ARE RAISING READERS-INFANT AND BEYOND
"One of the greatest gifts adults can give--to their offspring and to their society-is to read to children. -Carl Sagan The girls' reading journey began when they were in utero.…
