My recent blog on Natural and Logical Consequences has generated some empathetic comments, so we've decided to offer some further thoughts about specific stories that our readers have shared.
The first is from a mother whose two-year-old daughter resists dressing, either with or without assistance. Trying to dress a reluctant toddler can certainly be a challenge. You may try to begin the process by telling her ahead of time what is going to happen. “After breakfast, we are going to change out of your pajamas and into your play clothes so we can go to Grandma’s house.” This way, she knows and is prepared for what is coming next. When it is time to change clothes, remember to give her limited choices so she has a sense of having some control over the situation. Too many choices can be overwhelming to a toddler and will lead to discontent.
Showing posts with label Infant/Toddler (0-3). Show all posts
Showing posts with label Infant/Toddler (0-3). Show all posts
The Importance of Infant Parent Interaction in the Montessori Method
All children need a laptop. Not a computer, but a human laptop. Moms, Dads, Grannies and Grandpas, Aunts, Uncles – someone to hold them, re...
Toddler Circle Time Activities for the Montessori Classroom
Circle time (also called “line time”) in the Montessori classroom is a time for toddlers to develop their listening skills, learn new vocabu...
Montessori Statement of Philosophy 0 to 3, Infant / Toddler
I was browsing through the newspaper the other day and came across an ad for a nanny for a two-month old baby girl. In addition to the par...
Montessori Philosophy: The Three Stages of Normalization in the First Plane of Development
Normalization is the foundation upon which "spontaneous discipline, continuous and happy work, social sentiments of help and sympathy...
Montessori Inspired Age Appropriate Toys (Birth to 3 Years)
It’s the holiday season, and if you’re like me, you’re making your list and checking it twice, making sure that everyone is taken care ...
The Purpose of Play in the Montessori Method
When I think back to my son’s early years, I find myself smiling at thoughts of him learning to catch a ball and the sheer joy on his fac...
The First Plane of Development: Birth to Age 6 - Montessori Philosophy
Most modern educational philosophy centers around the theory that growth, development, and learning occur on a steady linear continuum from...
The Montessori Way to Soothe a Crying Baby
New parents are often at a loss when, after they bring the baby home, it starts to cry. Do you let the baby cry or pick it up every time? A...
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