Balance Bikes and Montessori
It never ceases to amaze us how joyfully Montessori preschool children learn advanced skills, and at such early ages. In our preschool classes, we often see 4-year-olds writing in cursive, 5-year-olds...
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Summer Travel: Should you “app” it? – Part 1
Summer time, for many of us, means travel time! From day trips to the local beach, to weekends at Grandma’s house, to long vacations in different parts of the world, summer is an opportunity to get out...
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Summer Travel: Should you “app” it? – Part 2
There is an ongoing debate on how much technology-based engagement is appropriate for very young children. (The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no screen time prior to age 2, for example.)...
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Selecting Early Readers For Your Child
As a parent of a new reader (my daughter is 5½ and will start the 3rd year of Primary this fall), I recently browsed the “early reader” shelves of my local bookstore. As much as I love bookstores—and...
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Books Children Love – LePort 2012 Suggested Books
Colder days are upon us, and the outdoors are not quite as welcoming. But as the dark comes early, so does the opportunity to cuddle up with our children in a favorite spot and explore the timeless...
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Toilet Learning: A Montessori Perspective
Toilet training: Just mention this word, and many parents of toddler cringe. Numerous books have been written about the subject, and parents and educators hotly debate the right time and approach for...
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Holiday Gifts They’ll Love
The holidays are a great opportunity to come together as a family. In many families, they also are a time to express our appreciation with thoughtful gifts that align with our values, and that put big...
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