Montessori classroom

A look at beautiful Montessori classrooms from infants through elementary age.

I get asked about this a lot, and understandably so. Choosing the “right” Montessori school for your toddler or preschooler can be a real challenge! “Montessori” isn’t trademarked, so anyone can use the name in their school title, and thousands of schools do. Montessori in the name alone does not me

When you walk into a traditional preschool, the first thing you might notice is the classroom decore. Bright, colorful decorations often fill the walls in a traditional classroom. Plastic toys may clutter your view. In a traditional Montessori classroom, on the other hand, you will see only a few carefully…

Take a look at what is on the shelves in this Montessori classroom. Language, Sensorial, Math, and Cultural inspiration for your Montessori environment.

Photo credits: Montessori Training Center of Minnesota, Little Miners Montessori, The Natural Child Learning Company, Sun Garden Montessori, LePort Schools. We have been in our new home for a couple

Branches Atelier is a Reggio inspired school which offers programs for preschool, parent / toddlers, parent / infants, parents and educators

From snow shovelling heavy work to self care activities and a full Montessori presentation on how to make hot chocolate, these 5 activities will keep your kids happy and learning Montessori-style

By Stacy Burnett A few weeks ago I attended a discussion session on how to best support a self-directed child at home (more to come on this important topic in a future post). Interestingly enough…

Sample classroom, 850 sq. feet, 24 children, 3-6 years

It is believed that the child’s curiosity is the learning guide. The child absorbs and experiences from the environment built.....