Authentic Montessori preschool classrooms take a different approach to learning. Because it is based on freedom of movement and allowing children to work at their own pace, some critics have asked whether it is an effective form of education. Where early education is concerned, the answer is a resounding “Yes!” Child Development For Montessori preschool […]
Educational Activities
Indoor Science Activities: Fun with your Preschooler!
It is never too soon for your children to start learning how science works. Preschoolers may require a little help and a lot of supervision when they perform simple science experiments, but watching their efforts produce visible results is a great way to get them interested. The experiments described here require common household ingredients, a little time, […]
Summer Reading: Books for Kindergartners
Not only is reading over the summer break a good way to keep children occupied, it also helps them retain information they learned during the school year. Reading stimulates the brain and aids in vocabulary retention and comprehension. Studies have shown that children who do not remain engaged in learning over the summer months may […]
Educational Games to Play this Summer
Your preschooler may have the notion that learning ends after the school year, but you know that summer vacation just holds a different type of learning for them. There are many ways you can extend their Montessori preschool experience and put together educational games throughout the summer for your child to play. They may not even realize […]
Outdoor Spring Activities for Preschoolers
The weather is warming up, and the children are ready to spend more time outside. Spring activities provide the opportunity for moving around, discovering the growth of the season, and burning off the winter’s pent-up energy. There are many possibilities for spring activities for preschoolers, and the ones listed here should give you ideas for even […]
St. Patrick’s Day Crafts for Preschoolers
St. Patrick’s Day is a great time of year for holiday craft projects. Preschoolers and teachers alike enjoy the shamrock green, the funny hats, and leprechaun lore. It’s an exciting holiday to celebrate spring coming and the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! To help celebrate St. Patrick’s, here are three craft projects for […]
Cold day? Fun Indoor Preschool Games!
Despite all your winter clothing, hats, mittens, and boots, some days are just too cold to be outdoors. Spending another cold day indoors may leave your preschooler feeling restless. Interacting with different indoor preschool games will help chase away the boredoms. Fun Indoor Games for Your Preschooler Fun preschool games are a great way to spend a […]
Creative Preschool Holiday Party Food Ideas
The holidays have officially begun, and that means it’s time to start passing around the snack plate. So if you have a party for your preschooler coming up, here are some fun and creative ways to celebrate with festive food and snacks. No. 1 – Snowman Juice Boxes If you’re looking for something simple, fun, and creative […]
Teaching your Child about Nature through fun fall Activities
When summer comes to an end and it begins to get cool outside, it doesn’t mean that it is time to start staying indoors. As long as you and your children dress warm, there are plenty of fun and educational things that you can do outdoors. If you want to teach your child about nature and have […]
Sensory Focused Painting Activities
Children learn by engaging in a variety of activities. Encouraging sensory activities allows your child to explore through touch, smell, sight and sound. In addition, introducing sensory focused painting activities into your child’s routine encourages creativity, large motor skills, and enhances eye/hand coordination. As the activity unfolds, your child will learn social and vocabulary skills […]