Learning at Lunch!

Children, Growth, and Independence

A hand holding a small, growing green plant
From one of our parents, Sahithya Wintrich: “I’m really appreciating the value of a Montessori education now that I have had to play an active “teacher” role. I have learned that my children are capable of doing a lot of things on their own. Arjuna doesn’t fight me to g

Toddler Recommendations (Take 2)

A child's hand grasping the finger of an adult
Here are a few items of interest that Liz Hutton found especially for toddler parents, but interesting to all. Hope you like them! (Follow the links to learn more!)   If I had to choose only one book to help parents raise toddlers, this would be the one. The Montessori Toddler: A Parent’s

Puffy Sidewalk Paint!

Painted red heart adorning stones
Here’s a great idea for days when you’re outside and see a sidewalk that’s just begging for some wonderful child to decorate it . . . parents might want to get in on the fun, too! https://www.thebestideasforkids.com/puffy-sidewalk-paint/  

How to See Germs Spread

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Our afternoon office manager, Kim, offers this video for parents to watch (skip the opening ads!) and then to conduct the experiment with their children. It does involve buying a product called Glo-Germ (from Amazon, Wal-Mart, etc), but it’s a pertinent and fun project for these days!  

Love Is the Answer

Parents' hands in a heart shape around a baby's feet
An article from Liz, especially for Toddler parents, although once in a great while, parents of older children might also find it useful! https://www.mother.ly/child/when-your-toddler-defies-you-love-is-the-answer