Recently I sat down with Katie Pitts from Sleep Wise Consulting to discuss Quiet Time. When toddlers drop their nap,…
Baking Projects Toddlers Can Do (Almost) By Themselves
Toddlers can do more than just mix the dough when you bake! Every Tuesday during nap time, I pre-measure the…
6 Ways To Use Stacking Cups
Stacking cups are a true classic. This simple toy you probably remember from your childhood provides unlimited opportunities for learning.…
What Everyone’s Getting Wrong About a Montessori Bedroom
I see beautiful shelves being posted all of the time, but I cringe when I see stimulating works in bedrooms,…
Why I Don’t Say No To My Child
Would you believe me if I told you that I don’t say No to my kid? I don’t practice permissive…
Early Reading with the Bob Books
The Bob Books guide young children through the basic elements of reading, step by step. The stories are created using…
Learning to Read the Montessori Way
In Montessori, reading is taught in a thoughtful, systematic way. It may look quite different than what you’re used to.…
What is Montessori Potty Training?
Montessori philosophy approaches toilet use as a learning process without coercion (no rewards, no punishment). This approach differs from training…
Yes, Minimalism DOES Apply to Books
You can’t say you’re minimalist, just not with books. Minimalist philosophy encompasses all areas of life. Books too. Let’s first…
My Go To Outings
Getting out of the house each day ranks essential for little ones. If rain or snow has ever left you…
