As a mom who’s always on the lookout for practical and versatile baby products, when I first found the Stokke Tripp Trapp high chair I was obsessed! The design totally sucked me in but it’s the flexibility that really sold me.
This Montessori-aligned high chair has been a game-changer for our family, especially when it came to baby-led weaning.
As a parent, I am always on the lookout for fun and engaging activities (that are also affordable!) to help my son learn, grow, and develop essential skills.
I remember the first time I stumbled upon the concept of a sensory bag in our Baby Sensory class – a clear bag filled with liquid, gel, and objects designed to encourage infants to explore cause and effect while honing their motor skills.
My curiosity was piqued, and I couldn’t wait to try making one myself!
I’ve put together 20 ideas to bring Montessori-inspired activities to your Christmas. These ideas are ideal for preschoolers aged 3-5, but you can adapt them to suit a range of ages. These ideas not only integrate Montessori principles but also help your and your child to build lasting memories while sharing important values and traditions with your little one.
Montessori Phonics is a delightful way to teach our little ones how to read and write. Maria Montessori created this method to help children learn phonics and letter sounds through engaging and interactive activities. The core of the Montessori Phonics system is the belief that our small people learn best when they can explore and experience things hands-on.
Have you come across sandpaper letters in your Montessori journey? Sandpaper letters are a tool that helps children learn the alphabet and phonics in a fun, hands-on way. Picture squares with letters made from high-grit sandpaper in either cursive or print. The rough texture is perfect for little fingers to trace and get to know the shape and sound of each letter.
Discover how to develop your child’s stereognostic sense with Montessori activities like the mystery bag. Learn how it promotes sensory development and problem-solving skills.
Great choice on deciding to build your very own DIY Montessori shelf! Montessori-inspired environments are becoming increasingly popular among parents and families who want to create a space that promotes exploration, independence, and creativity for their young children. One of the essential elements you’ll find in a Montessori environment is a well-designed, child-sized shelf that …
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As parents, we know that emotional development is just as important as physical development for our children’s growth.
As parents and educators, we all want our children to succeed in math. However, sometimes the traditional methods of teaching math can be dry and uninspiring. I know I personally found traditional methods really challenging during my education, and I wish methods like the Golden Beads were more mainstream when I was a kid!
Learn how to create a DIY Montessori mystery bag for your child! Develop their sense of touch, language, and sorting skills with this simple activity.