Mail Time

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child develop independence by accomplishing small task daily

Getting the mail was one task this little guy remember to do everyday. He enjoyed walking out with the key to open and close the mailbox on his own. This is one way we indirectly showed him, how to do something independently in his everyday life. He also learned how to coordinate his hands to help him open and close the box while handling the mail. So cute to wacth! 

After he mastered getting the mail on his own we :

- Placed the mail key in a accessible place for him to find it when he needs it.

- Set appropriate responsibility and expected him put the mail key in its place.

- Had him sort the mail (envelopes on onside side and newspapers on the other).

 

What is Montessori?

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In this video we cover, 3 frequently asked questions about the Montessori Philosophy. 

1. What is Montessori?

2. What to expect in a Montessori environment?

3. Is Montessori right for my child?

Click here if you would like further information about this educational approach.

Have a question or want to share your experience as a Montessori parent? Leave a comment, I would love to connect with you! 

 

 

Montessori Inspired Kicthen

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Montessori inspired kitchen

So here's Zires kitchen space, set up for him to clearly see what he can use to move about in the kitchen for himself. We are open about him building independence throughout our home with safe and appropriate boundaries. He has his plates, bowls, cups, a step stool and more at his reach. This space has been awesome for him, he can serve himself a snack and be able to clean up after himself.

Benefits:

- He feels so confident when he pours himself and us glass of water.

- Learns coordinating what he needs to do to accomplish a task.

- Practices grace and courtesy! He loves to serve our guest and his friends snacks and juice when they come over.

 

Flower Pot Painting

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We took this flower pot from our garden and decided to give it a little character.

Materials:

-Paint and paint brush

-Tape(any)

- Flower pot

- Wet rag for cleanup

Steps:

1. Place tape around the pot in what ever design you like. I taped to simple lines going in different angles.

2. Paint the exposed parts of the pot.

3. Paint away.

4. Let dry according to paint instructions.

5. Peel tape of and all done!

 

On to 1st grade!

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So proud of our little guy! watching him flourish everyday into this moment has been such a rich experience. I am most happy that he is happy and looks forward to 1st grade. I remember going through school and not looking forward to anything school had to offer. We can thankfully say the opposite for him. Go Zire!!!!