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…
DIY BLOCK OF HOLES
When I first saw this on Instagram, I knew we had to make this block of holes for E and V. It's just as it sounds: A solid wood block…
“PAPER DOLLS” TODDLER EDITION (FREE TEMPLATE)
Growing-up, my sister and I played with paper dolls, a lot. My mum and aunt showed us how to create our own dolls AND how to design and make their…
IT’S OK FOR CHILDREN TO GET UPSET
First, I need to clarify that nobody wants to see a child upset, especially a young one--I know I don't like it. I'd also like to point out that I…
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…
MONTESSORI ON A BUDGET
I often hear too many people comment that one must have money to practice Montessori. Not true! Many believe this because of the beautiful "shelfies" on Instagram and some of…
DIY TODDLER COLOUR AND SHAPE GAME
The girls have been interested in shapes for a little bit now. It started with the star light that hangs in our room. They would point and we would tell…
