Starting your Montessori journey at home can feel both exciting and overwhelming. One of the foundational elements of Montessori philosophy is the art of observation. But what does it truly mean to observe your child, and how can this practice maximize opportunities for their growth and development? I recently sat down with Lisa Gammel of […]
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Often, Montessori expectations are so, insanely high that they can actually derail our journey. If you find yourself asking; “Am I Montessori enough?” “Can I afford to practice Montessori?” “How do I deal with the questions and/or criticisms of our Montessori lifestyle from friends and family members?” “How do I feel SUCCESSFUL when it comes […]
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Before we dive into this incredibly important topic of early literacy we wanted to take a brief moment to introduce our newest This Toddler Life team member, Rachel Senbanjo. To learn more about Rachel and early literacy, be sure to watch the video below or keep reading! Our newest team member! Rachel is joining us […]
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Is your toddler in the let me do it myself stage? I know, I know – it’s exciting and scary all at the same time. And it’s EXACTLY what I addressed in my recent Monday’s Montessori LIVE training! (If you want to catch these trainings truly, LIVE so you can interact and ask me questions […]
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You’ve kindly sent your Amazon wishlists to the grandparents. You’ve explained how Montessori materials work to your in laws. You have even suggested that experiences are preferred as gifts this year. Still when the holiday passes you are bombarded with loud, flashy, noisy toys. Now what? In my latest ‘Montessori Monday’ episode I shared the […]
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