Positive Body Image for Preschoolers
As your child begins their transition out of early childhood you may notice that a new version of them begins to emerge. Along with their internal growth, their bodies are...
The "Teachable Moment"
Curiosity is one of the many precious gifts that children bring into our lives. When your child was younger curiosity led to ongoing “experiments” (Will this bounce if I throw...
Skillful Praise for Preschoolers
Praise can be tricky. On one hand, having your own cheerleading section feels good! On the other hand, when we praise children unskillfully, our words can diminish a child’s confidence,...
Practical Life for Preschoolers
Pretend or imaginative play has not traditionally been a part of the Montessori 3-6 year old curriculum. And yet, if we follow Montessori’s golden rule of “follow the child” we...
Preschoolers and "I Don't Know"
A child’s curiosity is what drives their deep love of learning. Four year olds are champion question askers.Their minds are opening up to the broader world and they have the...