Reading is an essential part of early education. Reading helps children develop their language skills, learn about the world around them, and build their imaginations. Furthermore, it is an absolute keystone of Montessori teaching. At Meadow Montessori, reading and writing are essential components of each...
Spring is a great time to clean out your house and get organized. It's also a great time to declutter and make space for new things. Montessori education is all about creating a child-friendly environment at school and home. Meadow Montessori has put together a...
Many parents view kindergarten as the true start of their child’s education. In Montessori, however, we have a completely different view. Kindergarten marks the culmination of years of learning and is an essential stepping stone in your child’s educational journey. Read on to learn more...
Happy New Year from Meadow Montessori! A brand new year beginning means it is time to set New Year's resolutions for 2023. Common in the US, New Year's resolutions are a tradition in which you set short and long-term goals for the upcoming year. While...
The holidays are a time for joy, relaxation, and spending time with loved ones–and they're quickly approaching! With all of the hustle and bustle of the season, it can be easy to let routine and teaching opportunities become forgotten. Meadow Montessori is here with some...
Gratitude: A Montessori Principle “History should not be taught as a collection of dates and places. But rather be approached to arouse gratitude and appreciation. This gratitude should be aroused first to the law and order of the universe and the preparation of the environment into...
It’s spooky season! Halloween can be a confusing time for young children because it blurs the lines between make-believe and reality. Here at Meadow Montessori, we believe it can be a fun celebration as well as a teaching opportunity. We’ve compiled a list of do’s...
Fostering healthy independence in your child is paramount to their development. Dr. Maria Montessori focused on creating a student-led, teacher-guided classroom that nurtured decision-making, confidence, and independence. Meadow Montessori answers a few questions pertaining to the Montessori classroom, the benefits of childhood independence and freedom...
Promoting a Montessori education for your child doesn’t solely occur in the classroom. It is essential to implement Montessori principles in the home as well! Meadow Montessori compiled a list of seven crucial Montessori principles that every parent needs to know. These tips will assist...
August 10th is coming up soon, which probably means so are the pre-school jitters–for kids and parents alike. A lot of the anxiety that comes with the start of a new school year comes from not knowing what to expect, which is why we’ve laid...