First, I want to say that we are always grateful for everything E and V receive. The fact that others think of our children and choose to purchase or create…
Category: Holiday
MORE CHRISTMAS TREE FUN FOR THE TODDLER: HIDING, SEEKING, AND THREADING
E has become increasingly interested in the Christmas tree lately, or rather the wrapped books underneath, haha. I thought an increased challenge in decorating the tree might allow her to…
OUR MONTESSORI-FAMILY AND JOLLY OLE SANTA CLAUS–WHAT WE DO(N’T)– AND ELF ON THE SHELF
As a child, when I first discovered there was no Santa Claus I was devastated! Do you remember how you felt? Perhaps you were wiser and figured it out before…
TODDLER DIY HOLIDAY SCENT JARS
In the sensorial area of a Montessori classroom you may find smelling bottles. Two sets of the same smell, so that the child may match scents. At 18 months-old, the…
TODDLER FRIENDLY CHRISTMAS TREE
We celebrate Christmas and have just put up our traditional Christmas tree. Ours is artificial and is prelit, which is a lifesaver, especially since the girls helped set it up.…
HOLIDAY TRADITIONS WE EMBRACE FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Leaving shoes out with carrot sticks: In the Netherlands on St. Nicolas Day Eve (December 5th) it's common for children to place their shoes near a fireplace or front door…
OUR BOOK ADVENT CALENDAR 2020
Last year, for each day of December leading up to Christmas, I had a book for the girls to unwrap, an idea I got from another Montessori mama (Nicole Kavanaugh).…
TODDLER HOLIDAY GUIDE: MONTESSORI-INSPIRED
I've been asked a lot lately what the girls would be receiving for the holidays and thought it would be easier to create a list. We budget, throughout the year,…
MONTESSORI INSPIRED EASTER BASKETS 2020
When it comes to gift-giving holidays, I take the opportunity to purchase items for the girls that they will need in the near future. Items that aren't too themed and…
