May 8, 2021
Some children are chatterboxes who start talking as soon as they understand the meaning of words. However, many small children struggle to find their voice, especially if they are the youngest member...
Apr 25, 2021
As any parent knows, trying to motivate children can feel like an uphill battle. From getting dressed in the morning to bedtime rituals, many kids learn to resist their daily chores....
Apr 18, 2021
Kids with great social skills do better in life. They are more likely to do well in school and at their jobs and have better interpersonal relationships. You can begin teaching your child the...
Apr 10, 2021
You rarely hear about a successful and connected community with a hands-off leader. Getting involved means working together with everyone to achieve goals. By collaborating directly with the people,...
Apr 6, 2021
Visioning is a task that helps children develop their understanding of the universe based on their experiences at home and school. As a child progresses from birth through the end of their elementary...
Mar 25, 2021
If you think your child learns differently from other kids, you’re right! Studies prove that there are various learning styles in children. The VARK model identifies four very different learning...
Mar 20, 2021
Teaching older children to mentor younger children opens a wide range of possibilities for teachable moments, growth, and friendships. Older children in a mixed-age classroom learn how to be leaders...
Mar 10, 2021
A core foundation in all human beings is self-regulation. Researchers define self-regulation in toddlers as managing feelings and thoughts to enable goals through action. Across our lifespans,...
Mar 5, 2021
For some parents, getting their child to choose a learning focus can feel like a daunting task. It might take some effort at first, as you both get accustomed to a new way of doing things, but you'll...
Jan 28, 2021
When children are first enrolled in school, they don't have a sense of direction. A large part of Dr. Montessori's academic philosophy was centered around teaching kids the right ways to engage with...