Whole body movement is so important in the first plane of development (from birth to 6 years), and providing opportunities for your child to explore the different ways she can move her body is paramount. In Maria Montessori Speaks to Parents, Montessori explains, “Children develop their brains as well as their bodies through movement, and […]

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Some of the most common pushback I get when I recommend that parents allow their toddlers/preschoolers to pour their own drinks or practice dry pouring on their work shelves is: “My child spills his milk on purpose / My child just dumps the pitcher of beans all over the floor.” That’s okay! I mean, I […]

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Now that it’s chilly outside, let’s set up some spaces for some fun indoor movement that kids of all ages can use to get some of that extra energy out! If you have a child who loves to climb and slide, a Pikler triangle might be perfect for her, especially with the slide attachment. RAD […]

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Grace & Courtesy is part of the Montessori practical life curriculum, and it includes things like self-care skills, social skills, and how to express yourself in a group or with peers — things that people out in the regular world might call “manners.” These lessons are usually taught through small group lessons or with role […]

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