‘Tis the season for turkey, decorating, and celebrating gratitude! Even though Thanksgiving will look and feel very different for families across Texas and the United States in 2020, there has never been a better time for Montessori families to slow down, practice gratitude at home, and...
Just like so many other events and activities, Halloween is going to look a bit different this year. While we may not be able to celebrate the spooky fall holiday the same way, this time of year can still be a great opportunity for you...
Whether you realize it or not, we are constantly thinking and making decisions every day. As adults, we make daily decisions about what to eat, how to use our time, what to spend our money on, how to interact with others, when and how to...
What is a hurricane? As Hurricane Laura approaches, this is a question many of our children might ask. Unpredictable weather tends to trigger anxiety and stress in children, especially for those already prone. Fear can absolutely interfere with a student's ability to learn. As we’ve seen this...
While out-of-classroom learning was certainly an exercise in creativity and flexibility or students, parents, and teachers—we are thrilled to welcome students back to Meadow Montessori! Montessori's guiding principle is hands-on instruction; we understand that students benefit from physically interacting with their learning environment, which can be...
The Coronavirus Pandemic has pushed many parents into dual full-time roles — teachers and caregivers. It’s a challenging endeavor to keep your kids occupied in a positive way while also working from home. For most of us, this is an undertaking made even more difficult...
You’ve probably heard of the “Terrible Twos.” It’s those wonderful years between 18 months and 4 years old when your beautiful baby can become a screaming banshee in less than three seconds flat. Temper tantrums are difficult for both the child and for you. At...
Maria Montessori once said: “Establishing lasting peace is the work of education.” At Meadow Montessori Schools, we pride ourselves on teaching every child the importance of peace, harmony, and balance between students, educators, and the world at large. Peace education is the cornerstone of Montessori education....
When my son started having difficulty in school, I never gave color blindness a thought. He had difficulty figuring out dark blue from purple, but that seemed like an easy mistake to make. His PE teacher had pointed out his misbehavior in class, and it...
Eating for Brain Power Eating the right foods can improve your child’s school performance, memory, and concentration. The brain is the first organ to absorb nutrients from our food, so make sure they are rich in brain-boosting properties! At Meadow Montessori, we want our students to...