Steps to Parenting the Montessori Way: Part 1

• Allow sufficient time for your child to dress himself/herself.

• When talking to your child, physically get on his/her level, be still, and make eye contact.

• Tell and re-tell family-based stories.  For example, "On the day you were born..."

• Have a globe or atlas in the house, and whenever names of places come up, locate them with the child.

• Apologize to your child when you've made a mistake.

• See that your child gets to school on time.

• Sing! Voice quality does not matter.  Sing together regularly.  Build a repertoire of family favorites.

• Take walks together at the child's pace, pausing to notice things and talk about them.

• Attend school parent-education functions.

• Refrain from over-structuring your child's time with formal classes and activites.  Leave time to 'just be,' to play, explore, and create.

Excerpt from Tomorrow's Child Magazine, September 2012

Mighty Mustang Boot Camp 2012

 

 

 

 

 

 



Celebrating Different Beliefs at Montessori

It's the Most Wonderful Time...

 

Ho Ho Ho                                                                  

Tis the season to be jolly...

It's the most wonderful time of the year!

I have a little dreidel, I made it out of clay...

Over the river and through the woods...

Rudolph with your nose so bright...

We wish you a happy holiday!

 

These words and more can be heard echoing through the hallways of the Early Childhood building on a daily basis.  Children have been practicing songs for the Winter Sing-A-Long on December 21st. 

 

Of course along with the singing has come the high spirits due to the last couple of weeks before the holidays.  On Monday we were so excited to see the first snowfall of the season, the windows became the best seats in the house! 

 

And of course there is the secrecy of that special gift the children are working on.  It is a busy time of the year and an exciting one for all of us. 

 

I would like to extend our best holiday wishes on behalf of the staff to you and your family and many many wishes  for a Happy New Year!

 

Submitted by: Cindy Shelley

Keeping it Calm for the Holidays

Holidays can sometimes cause more stress than actual cheer. We get so caught up in trying to make this a special time for our children, that sometimes we overdo it. Some of the things we tend to go overboard with are tiring shopping excursions, infinite parties, sugary treats, and mountains of toys, gadgets, and clothes!  Remember, sometimes less is more. Young children can only handle so much that's new and exciting without a meltdown occurring.

 

1.  Try to keep their daily routine as normal as possible...they need their sleep and well balanced diet.

 

2.  Pick 1 or 2 holiday events as to which to go, and savor each experience as a family. Maybe try a new volunteer or charitable activity to show your children giving in ways you could never explain.

 

3.  Finally, plan ahead for some quiet family time. Create a spirit of togetherness and experience the peaceful feelings of the holidays.  Playing games as a family, reading books together or building legos are just a few ideas.

 

 

Stitching it Up With Room 3

Hello from Room 5

This past month our class has been discussing Veterans Day and Thanksgiving. 

Ms. Klingel gave a great presentation on The First Thanksgiving.  She brought in many native american items that she has collected over the years.  The children are able to take them to a work rug and try on native american jewerly, moccasins, and leather garments.

We've been practing our songs for Grandparents / Special Friends Day too.  Ask your child to sing some of our Thanksgiving songs adn finger plays.



Gobble, Gobble
A turkey is a funny bird
His head goes wobble, wobble.
He knows just one word--
Gobble, gobble, gobble!

Do the Turkey Hop

Do the turkey hop,

Do the turkey run,

Do the turkey gobble.

Now flap your wings like the turkeys do,

Then run from the farmer before he catches you!

 

 

Thanksgiving Time

Thanksgiving time is here

Let's clap our hands and give a cheer

for food and friends and family--

Thanksgiving time is here!

Submitted by: Donna Rockafellow