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How to Talk to Kids about the Conflict in Sudan
It breaks my heart that I got to enjoy a two-week vacation with my family in upstate New York, while the Sudanese continue to suffer. Britt Hawthorne brought the recent events to my attention. I read the article that she recommended and took action. I also want to figure out how to talk to kids about the conflict in Sudan. If we are going to raise leaders of tomorrow, we have to continually help them understand both the beauty and the atrocity in the world.
According to Montessori theory, children shift from “The Absorbent Mind” to the “Reasoning Mind” around six years of age. In the first six years, we … Read More
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Best Brief Underwear for Women: Goodbye, Bikinis!
My body has changed since having two children. It’s been almost six years since I gave birth to my last child. However, my body still isn’t back into a place where wearing my tried-and-true bikini underwear feels good. Depending on my weight, I either have a little bit (or a big bit) of extra fat that hangs right over the edge. (My apologies for the graphic mental movie.) I need to stop trying to make my body fit my clothes. I need clothes that fit my body. I’m finally realizing that it’s time to buy the best brief underwear for women. Therefore, I’m saying goodbye to my old bikinis! … Read More
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Montessori at Home: Resources & Links
It’s no secret that I’m obsessed with the Montessori approach. How long has it been now? At least 12 years since I started the certification process? I am trained as a 1st-3rd grade Montessori guide (i.e., teacher), but I have tried to learn as much as possible about implementing Montessori at home with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Since our children are constantly changing, our environments have to change, too! There is so much more than just “baby-proofing” your home.
Here are some of the posts I have written along the way to try and document our journey!
Montessori Philosophy
- Let Children Make Mistakes
- For Infants & Toddlers: Creating an Environment