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modernmontimom
Aug 29, 202310 min read
Toilet Learning
In Montessori, the process of learning to use the toilet is not called "potty training," but instead "toilet learning." It involves...
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modernmontimom
May 7, 20233 min read
How I "Teach" My Toddler
I often get asked how I "taught" my 20-month-old daughter Sophie something, such as her colors, how to count to ten, body parts, animal...
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modernmontimom
Apr 23, 202313 min read
Setting Up a Montessori Home
Montessori-inspired homes are designed intentionally to support a child's natural development and learning. They are set up so that the...
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modernmontimom
Apr 20, 20233 min read
Freedom Within Limits
Freedom within limits is a key concept in the Montessori philosophy that emphasizes the importance of providing children with freedom and...
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modernmontimom
Apr 10, 20235 min read
Movement
"A moving child is a learning child" -Dr. Maria Montessori Dr. Montessori believed that movement is essential to a child's learning and...
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modernmontimom
Apr 2, 20237 min read
Montessori Schools
Since my daughter Sophie started attending a Montessori preschool recently, I have gotten many questions about what it is, how it works,...
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modernmontimom
Mar 26, 20236 min read
Floor Beds
Floor beds are a popular Montessori-aligned alternative to traditional western cribs for infants and toddlers. The Montessori approach...
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modernmontimom
Mar 20, 20234 min read
Independent Play
Encouraging children to play independently is an important aspect of their development. It helps them build confidence, concentration,...
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modernmontimom
Mar 5, 20233 min read
Observation
Observation plays a critical role in the Montessori philosophy and is a great way to implement Montessori at home. Dr. Maria Montessori...
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modernmontimom
Feb 26, 20233 min read
Toy Rotation
Toy rotation is a practice commonly used in Montessori homes and classrooms. It involves periodically rotating a selection of toys,...
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modernmontimom
Feb 20, 202312 min read
Screen Time
Maria Montessori didn't share any information about screen time because... well... it wasn't a thing yet! But since she based her methods...
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modernmontimom
Feb 16, 20233 min read
Practical Life
Practical life is a core component of the Montessori philosophy that focuses on developing everyday life skills and promoting...
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modernmontimom
Feb 15, 20234 min read
Montessori for Toddlers
A Montessori toddler environment, whether at home or in a classroom, is designed to be safe, nurturing, and stimulating. Children are...
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modernmontimom
Feb 14, 20234 min read
Montessori for Infants
Montessori with an infant involves creating a safe and nurturing environment that supports the baby's physical, cognitive, and emotional...
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modernmontimom
Feb 13, 20232 min read
Concentration
According to the Montessori approach, concentration plays a critical role in a child's learning and development. Concentration is the...
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modernmontimom
Feb 12, 20233 min read
The Prepared Environment
In Montessori, the "prepared environment" refers to the intentionally designed physical and social environment where a child learns and...
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modernmontimom
Feb 11, 20233 min read
Montessori Philosophy Overview
The Montessori philosophy is an educational approach that was developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian physician and educator, in...
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