Nature is a wonder-filled environment for Montessori preschool children to learn from. There are things to do, experiments to conduct, new discoveries to be made, and more. And on top of everything else, fresh air and sunshine have been shown to improve mood, increase learning retention, and more. This is why nature is such a […]
4 Private Kindergarten Activities to Reinforce the Importance of Sharing
Private kindergarten children are reaching the developmental phase when they are able to apply empathy and consideration for others. They are honing skills like sharing and developing social skills such as diplomacy and patience. These things take practice, and providing them with ample opportunity through activities that involve sharing is an important part of the […]
Ways adult therapy can improve overall quality of life
Adult therapy helps patients develop the skills and tactics they need to implement for improving their quality of life. By working with a certified adult therapy specialist, you can gain insight into the status of your mental health, as well as create reasonable goals that help you cope with the obstacles life throws at you. […]
What Is The Relationship Between Developing Fine Motor Skills and Handwriting?
Montessori daycare is where children should be introduced to the idea of writing, but the process begins even earlier, by developing the muscles and coordination necessary to grip and use a crayon or pencil. During the first few years, developing fine motor skills is a critical part of education, because those skills affect all other […]
What is EMDR Therapy, and Do I Need It?
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) represents a relatively new type of therapy that implements nontraditional therapeutic methods. Despite its fairly new status as a form of psychotherapy, EMDR therapy has gained popularity among many therapists, especially when it comes to treating the symptoms generated by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). EMDR does not depend on medications […]
Top 7 Reasons People Need Therapy
Therapy can help people of all ages, from children that get support for dealing with divorce to parents going through adult therapy to address marital problems. Although many types of therapy help address mental and emotional struggles, seven reasons for therapy stand out as the most frequently implemented types of therapy Addiction Addiction develops when […]
3 Developmental Advantages of Having a Mixed Age Group in Montessori Preschool
A core trait of your child’s Montessori preschool is the use of multi-aged classrooms. This intentional mixing of ages plays an important role and offers quite a few developmental advantages. To illustrate, consider these 3 advantages and how they apply to your child. Promoting Diversity Diversity is an important lesson in preschool, teaching children to […]
5 Easy Summer Snacks That Kindergarten Children Can Prepare Themselves
One of the most popular aspects of a Montessori private kindergarten is that children learn the skills and self-esteem necessary to take more control over their individual lives. One way they can do that is by practicing practical life skills such as measuring, cutting, cleaning up behind themselves, and maintaining an orderly food environment. Fancy […]
4 Fun and Easy Summer Snacks for Daycare
Snacks provide Montessori daycare children with an energy boost to help keep them functioning at their best between meals. In a Montessori setting, snacks are also a great way to hone practical life skills, learn about the origins of food, and enjoy an exciting and engaging break. Here are 5 ideas for summer snacks that […]
How Do Play-Based Activities Benefit the Children Who Use Them?
A Montessori preschool is focused on the total development of children. Toward that end, it uses play-based, hands-on activities that mimic or otherwise engage children in tasks and goals. These activities often overlap in developmental benefits and are designed to be self-correcting in nature so that children know immediately whether they have reached the correct […]