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Are you into podcasts? Are your kids? If you don’t already know there is a whole world FULL of entertaining screen-free media out there just waiting to be discovered. Podcasts are great to listen to while driving in the car, sitting in a waiting room, […]
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Food preparation is what Montessorians call a “practical life activity.” It helps teach independence, coordination, and responsibility in addition to basic kitchen skills. Advocates of the Montessori method often say it’s a good idea to have a cupboard set aside in your kitchen that children […]
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The Montessori method can sound idyllic when reading success stories of children who are eating on their own before the age of two, potty training themselves, or keeping their own rooms clean. But in real life, things don’t always go that smoothly. If you walk […]
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Mealtimes with a young child in a Montessori household or classroom look a little different than most people might expect. Parents, caretakers, and teachers commonly give children unbreakable plastic ware to eat with in a high chair that puts them at a distance from the […]
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Kids often want to help out in the kitchen. They see you working there, and they’re curious to learn more about what you’re doing and eager to lend a hand. With your guidance, helping out in the kitchen gives kids have an opportunity to learn […]
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For younger kids, Montessori room design is very different than traditional nurseries. They’re decorated with artwork hung at the child’s eye-level and furnished with child-size furniture and floor beds instead of cribs. That’s great for babies and toddlers, but as your child starts growing up […]
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In the Montessori classroom, children move from the infant program to the toddler program when they’re 18 months old. At home, you can start transitioning from an infant-friendly to a toddler-friendly environment whenever it feels appropriate for your children. Feel free to implement as many, […]
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Montessori style education can begin very early in a child’s life. Here at Pebblecreek’s infant program, we work with children aged 6 weeks to 18 months. Whether you choose to enroll your child in a program at that age or not, your child can benefit […]
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The changing of seasons is a special time of year. The shift from summer into fall is usually marked by chillier air and leaves turning from green to yellow or red. As we move into the brisker season, it’s nice to really look at what […]
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The unique environment of Montessori education is the backbone of the curriculum. The attention and care of instructors, the presentation of ideas, and the materials used all have a big impact on the effectiveness of schooling. Like traditional education, Montessori needs parents at home to […]
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