Observing kids sewing has to be one of the coolest experiences as a teacher or a parent. Watching their fingers work those fine motor skills while they actually create something right before their eyes. Sewing is a favorite work of mine in the Montessori classroom. This Valentine Practical Life activity is perfect for February shelves. …
Simple DIY puzzles for kids with a little Valentine theme. Why not throw a little love into your child’s learning with these easy to put together puzzles? Simple DIY Puzzles I picked up cardboard hearts at Michaels on sale last spring after Valentine’s Day. Best sales right after the ‘holiday’. Honestly, I had visions of …
Children love crayons and most children love science. So, making DIY Crayons with kids is a sure win. Not only do children enjoy homemade crayons, but they also enjoy the process of tearing off the crayon’s wrapper and especially enjoy the process of breaking the crayons. Homemade Crayons TIP: Crayola crayons melt the best, most …
I am a huge fan of essential oils for families. I start the day with oils and end the day with oils, integrated into my life seamlessly. One great part about essential oils is how easy it is to incorporate them into activities with kids. One of my favorite parts of this essential oils blog is …
I can thank my friend, Carmen, for inspiring this DIY Dry Erase Board addition to our home ‘command center’. Lately I have been a connoisseur, so to speak, of dry erase boards. Stop laughing. I’m not kidding. I’ve been searching for best practices in managing our increasingly busy life with three young sons. I’ve research …
Sound Cylinders are a piece of the Montessori Sensorial curriculum specifically within the Auditory sense. The products made by amazing Montessori companies like Nienhuis and Bruins are beautifully made and I drool whenever I am in the company of any of their products. However there are some Montessori materials that are easy to do yourself. …