I am excited to share with you a 12-page PDF download to help you find engaging Montessori activities for 3 - 12 year olds. This resource is going to be one of the appendices in our upcoming book, The Montessori Child, which comes out in March 2024. So I thought it might be fun to give you a sneak peek and for those that are finding it hard to wait. What you’ll find Good to know There are another 40+ pages of Montessori activities in the book, but this will get you started … [Read more...] about Montessori activities for 3 – 12 year olds
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My favourite Montessori activities for babies and toddlers
Over the years writing this blog, I've assembled a lot of blogs with my favourite Montessori activities for babies and toddlers at various ages and stages. Yet I only just realised that they are not so easy to find. I've created this page so you can easily bookmark my favourites! Montessori activities by age Here are my favourite Montessori activities for each age: Please note: the ages given are as an indication only. Children develop on their own timeline, in their unique way … [Read more...] about My favourite Montessori activities for babies and toddlers
Will Montessori work for my Autistic child?
I have enjoyed following Amorette @french.family.montessori on Instagram. So I was delighted when she agreed to do an interview for the blog. If you've ever wondered "will Montessori work for my Autistic child?" or thought about homeschooling or twins, then you are going to love this interview. I love how Montessori families are so different, yet the underlying principles of Montessori can be applied in every family in their unique way. 1. Who lives in your home? Hubby. Myself … [Read more...] about Will Montessori work for my Autistic child?
What to do when kids ask “why?”
Are you at the stage of development when your child is asking constantly “why?’ Maybe even more common is “but why?” When kids ask "why?" it can be fun to start with but after the 15th question in a matter of minutes, it requires a saint to stay calm and not lose their mind. I had a fun conversation about this stage with a parent in class and thought I’d share a few of the ideas with you. Because I never want our children to stop asking questions. That is how they will find out about the … [Read more...] about What to do when kids ask “why?”