Category: Learning
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Montessori playroom
Creating a Montessori playroom in your home is actually much easier than you may think! Here is a short and sweet guide to creating a play space that is perfectly geared for learning, empowerment, and fun! Montessori playrooms are simple, organized, and truly child-friendly. A simple space also allows them to deeper explore their toys…
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Montessori furniture
Looking to make your home Montessori-friendly, but not sure where to start? This room-by-room guide to Montessori furniture will get you started off in the right direction. Incorporating Montessori in your home may seem daunting… But I am here to assure you that you do not need to totally overhaul your space. With some thoughtful…
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Montessori math
Math can be a scary topic for many children… And sometimes adults, too! But, by introducing early math skills in a way that is positive, calm, and fun, your young ones will be set up for success once they enter Kindergarten. At the preschool age, they are ready to discover the exciting world of shapes…
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Montessori
This post talks all about the Montessori Method: Self-direction, hands-on learning, and collaborative play. These are the philosophies that Montessori classrooms and Montessori-friendly homes and parenting styles are centered around. If you’re wanting to learn more about the Montessori method, or are wondering if it makes sense for your family to adopt this style of…
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Outdoor physical education for kids
Nature provides one of the best classrooms for children. From physical literacy to art, the options for learning outdoors are limitless. Today we are focussing on some great ways to teach physical education to kids over the summer break, no matter their age! This article will discuss the following: What is Physical Literacy? Why is…
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Science activities for preschoolers
Science activities for preschoolers – where experiments meet fun! Preschool is an excellent time to teach your little ones about the exciting world of STEM: Science, technology, engineering, and math. Keep reading to discover great resources for your budding scientists that are the perfect mix of fun, creativity, and of course – learning! We will…
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5 classroom management songs
Sometimes, it’s tough to get a child’s attention when they’re super focused on an activity. Whether you are a parent, a nanny, or a teacher, these quick attention-grabbing classroom management songs are great for preschool-aged children should you need to re-direct them! Songs can be highly effective for classroom management, especially for preschool-age children. While…
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Best books for 1 year old
The best books for a 1-year-old child can hold their attention with entertaining fun all the way through the book (hopefully). The best books in this age range also teach concepts such as counting, colors, the alphabet, daily rituals, kindness, helping, and even sharing. But there are a few additional things to think about when…
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What is a board book?
Reading to our kids is something that can start right away…even while they’re tiny! Many young readers are entertained and encouraged by being read to and following along with the illustrations. Board books are often the first pages we turn, as they are durable enough for babies and toddlers! So what is a board book?…
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Sleep music
The right meditative sounds can lull you into a deep sleep. The best sleep music helps create optimal sleep conditions so you can get that restorative sleep your body craves. Try these listening ideas to help quiet your mind and drift off into dreamland. The best music for sleeping Generally, the best music provides a…
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Helping tower
The helping tower is hands-down the most used piece of toddler gear in our house. We all love the helping tower. My mom saw it on Instagram and recommended it to me, so I ordered it on Amazon and it arrived fully assembled in about a week. Now it’s in use Every. Single. Day. Since…