We've dedicated our blog to inspiration topics for the growing child. Topics such as the Montessori home, early reading, promoting creativity, parent role modeling, and various Montessori specific topics.
So we went on a surprise kindergarten field trip to Biscayne Nature Center and what an amazing time we all had. We explored so many types of sea creatures as we used a huge nets to scoop them out. The best part was that he got to find, see, touch & learn about each unique fish he caught. I loved the idea of going to a place that offered interactive experience for all ages. Mommy approved!
We are all looking for ways to improve our parenting roles especially with more then one child. What are my roles as a parent? How can I provide my child a balanced life? This article can bring you some clarity on what children consistently need as they grow. Hope this helps!
Parenting Roles: http://www.pbs.org/parents/education/going-to-school/supporting-your-learner/role-of-parents/
So this is one side of Zire's Montessori inspired room. I wanted to make sure he had a place to come and feel inspired to creatively express himself through play and art. I find myself just wanting to hang out with him in his room many times, the environment calls my inner child out to play too. It also reminds me to keep introducing him to new arts and craft projects and play ideas.
The area that he's sitting is were all his building toys are, I also incorporated a mirror inspired by the Emilia Reggio philosophy. The purpose of the mirror is to enhance his play inquiry it allows him to see his lego and other toys from more than one dimension, cool concept right?!. The other area along the wall is his arts and craft area. There he has the essentials color pencils, crayons, glue, scissors, papers, paint, stamps and a couple of other fun things.
Most of the times he usually takes what he needs and comes to the living room or the kitchen to do his crafts or play because he likes company, and thats A ok. The point is that when he's inspired to play or do art, it is accessible for him to independently get what he needs at any time.
A fun way to gift from the heart! He put in lots of love and effort into his Mimi's birthday gifts. We made coconut cupcakes and he painted the tissue paper wrapping. The cupcakes came out so yummy! :)
A mix of emotions has brought him to this stage with lots of cuts and bruises. But now he's got it and he is left with internal satisfaction. Amazing all the big lessons that a little bike holds for a child.
Going from a tricycle to a bicycle was such a transition for him. One that required him to be patient and persistent. With much practice and focus he now speeds away with such confidence. He so proud of himself, which is a feeling he will only accomplish on his own. What a joy to witness!!
