Last post, I wrote about how to use the Sandpaper Letters, the foundational Montessori language work. This time, I’ll explain the next step towards teaching your child to read using Montessori’s method: beginning sound object boxes. This post contains affiliate links. For the full disclosure see my About page. In the last post, I shared … Read more
Learning to read using the Montessori approach can seem daunting, but it’s really quite simple, very logical, and the step-by-step nature of it will have your child reading with little struggles. Here are the steps we use here at home, how to use the resources, and how to make or buy what you need for … Read more
I’ve written before about how I’ve found it best to use William’s interests to spark learning, so I thought I’d share about the spur of the moment space unit we’ve begun, just in case any of you have kiddos who suddenly want to learn all about the universe. William is FINALLY off of his Titanic … Read more
That you can still receive in time for Christmas . . . This post contains affiliate links. Read the full disclosure on my About page. If you’re anything like me, you’ve absolutely had years where you’ve waited till the last minute to buy Christmas gifts (or to give grandparents lists for your kids). And while … Read more
My kids love crafts, and I love when I can find one that works several skills at once. This preschool Christmas tree craft is just such a project! It’s a multi-step process, so it builds concentration and patience. The cutting step gives their hand muscles a work out and improves their fine motor skills. The … Read more
Charlotte’s current favorite activity, or work as Montessori would call it, while the kids have their lessons is one that has engaged all three of my kids. I’m not sure what to call it, as it’s a DIY work and doesn’t really have a name, but it’s the perfect Montessori activity for practicing fine motor … Read more
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, and G studying the pilgrims sailing to America in Early American History, I’ve been preparing Thanksgiving activities for us for the next few weeks, and I thought I’d share the printables I’ve created. They’re ideal for kindergarten or first graders, though you can modify it for other ages. The … Read more
Resources We Love and Subjects We Tie In This post contains affiliate links. Click here for my full disclosure. It’s no secret that one of my favorite things about homeschooling is the flexibility it give us- with our schedule, with our family time, and with the kids’ interests. With G’s ADHD, she is able to … Read more
The pin punch is one of my very favorite Montessori activities. I know I say that with a lot of them, which is because they are all well-designed and incredibly practical. Buuuut, William has just started using this work, as has his cousin at her Montessori school, so I’ve been reminded several times lately how … Read more
We love fall! It’s finally crisp and cool and gorgeous out. The apples are tart and crunch, the cider is delicious, and the donuts are fresh and warm. And as a former Montessori teacher, I love using the seasonal shift to present skills and activities in a new way. So here are some Montessori-inspired fall … Read more