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As Montessorians, we believe the method has value for humans at every stage of life, starting at the earliest moments and continuing on until our final days. However, there are definitely periods when we are showing signs of readiness for somet
Something strange happens in the Primary years that doesn't happen to us as adults, and it has to do with order. No, this is not the same thing as tidiness, so step aside Marie Kondo, although we share your love of containers for things that sp
In this episode, Aubrey and David talk about ways to make your Valentine's Day celebrations a little more Montessori. They also teach a simple -- yet enormously satisfying -- work that you can quickly pull out for your kids. It lends itself to
Little brains learn MORE when little fingers are involved! Join us Live as we talk about hands-on learning that is inherent in Montessori. We'll discuss the 10 core subject areas that are featured in all of our programs, and we have an Awesome
Nothing invites a child to a lesson like a good old fashioned MYSTERY. In Montessori, this is actually a key teaching tool, and hands-down one of our favorites! Join us for a Live chat on YouTube (or watch the replay!) as we talk about how to i
In this episode, Aubrey and David talk about how to beat the winter blues with some fun, seasonally-inspired lessons. For more Montessori magic, visit us at www.childoftheredwoods.com.
Join Aubrey and David as they discuss one of Maria Montessori's greatest works -- The Secret of Childhood! This is part 2 of 4 and covers chapters 8 to 17. To learn more about our work, visit us online at www.ChildoftheRedwoods.com
Join Aubrey and David as they discuss one of Maria Montessori's greatest works -- The Secret of Childhood! This is part 1 of 4. To learn more about our work, visit us online at www.ChildoftheRedwoods.com
In the modern world, most of us don't darn our socks because buying new ones is affordable - and because it seems daunting. But taking the time to teach your child basic sewing skills may have you rethinking your willingness to fix fabric rathe
Wanna see a magic trick? Like a real deal one that can't be explained away? Get a magnet and join us on YouTube for a free Awesome Lesson! We'll show you how to teach this simple yet inherently mysterious concept. More experiments with magnets
In this special Spooky Season episode, Aubrey and David talk about how to help Littles navigate a creepy crawly holiday and why less is almost always more. Visit www.childoftheredwoods.com for free and low cost Montessori resources for your hom
Have you ever wondered what happens in Montessori Elementary schools? It's a lot of TIMELINE work. Today we are discussing a most awesome lesson that is a central part of our 1st-3rd grade Montessori curriculum: the Timeline of Life. There is a
One can be fun, but two is me & you! Teaching your child the difference between odd and even is a game you can play over and over in different ways. In this video, Aubrey and David discuss the classic Odd and Even lesson and a few fun variation
In every child’s life, there comes a point at which they want to learn to…use scissors! While these common artistic tools may seem daunting, Aubrey and David are here to help you with a clear and concise sequence for all your scissor-skill need
one of the most essential skills: blending consonants and vowels together to make words. Join Aubrey and David to learn how! For more tips and lessons, check out our website: https://www.childoftheredwoods.com where you can get your very own Vo
Land and water and air...it's the stuff our planet Earth is made of! This very popular lesson is simple and sometimes overlooked. Yet it is SO IMPORTANT because we are teaching a lot of concepts that build your child's core knowledge base for f
Now I know my ABC's...won't you please play a GAME with me? Singing the alphabet song, cute as it is, does not teach your child how to read. What does? Matching the initial sound of a word to the letter it is represented by! The Alphabet Roll i
Don't get stuck! Join Aubrey and David as they discuss one of their favorite Montessori lessons -- How to Glue! They talk about how to give the lesson, what materials you'll need, and why it's so awesome! As always, remember to monitor your Lit
Living! Nonliving! Seems pretty simple, right? In actuality, this is the first concept covered in a traditional biology class, and it's not so straightforward! Come join Aubrey & David in a lively discussion as we show you how to give this clas
You’ve got the whole world in your hands! Nothing brings to life the shape, size, and orientation of our planet quite like a physical globe. In this episode, Aubrey and David discuss what makes globes so essential, how Montessorians use them, a
They’re colorful. They’re playful. They’re joyful. They’re… a geometry lesson?! It’s true! The study of Geometry in Montessori is as much about the art and beauty of shapes as it is the math, and nothing quite exemplifies that like the geometry
Montessori had a....FARM?! Yes, she really did. She loved farms and all they had to offer children. She taught children the names of the animals, she encouraged children to work outside in the garden growing and harvesting food to eat, and she
Tantrums, bedtime power struggles, whining, frenetic hyperactivity! In our modern culture, we complain about parenting littles a LOT. And it's warranted! With all the unrealistic expectations we place on ourselves and our children? We are stres
Books, books, books! You know your child needs them, but what kind is best? In this episode, David and Aubrey discuss why - and how - you should be using nonfiction books in your home with your children. In fact, nonfiction books are an essenti
If we want to raise children who can one day not only understand the political conflicts between nations but also who can see both perspectives, we need to raise global citizens. In Montessori, we intentionally expose children to many cultures
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