Understanding the Montessori Practical Life Curriculum
The Practical Life curriculum is the cornerstone of the Montessori experience. It lays the …
Understanding the Montessori Math Curriculum
Math is all around us and, for a young child, words like “more, less, not enough, and share” are …
“Is it too late to enroll?” and other FAQs about Mid-Year Enrollment
The start to the school year may have been unlike any other, but we hit our stride and had a great …
Five Benefits of Montessori Education
Choosing a preschool for your child can feel like a daunting task. Depending on where you live, …
The Importance of Circle Time in Montessori
Please note: Some images used in this post were taken before the pandemic. Children and staff …
Back to School, Back to Montessori
Dear Ms Keturah and Ms Helena, I have no words! All of you are just AWESOME and I mean that from …
Back to School We Go!
As we get closer to the start of our 2020-2021 school year, there are still so many questions and …
Yes, we are open! Here’s what to expect:
Our 2020-2021 school year is underway! If you have a preschool, pre-k, or kindergarten-aged child …
Preparing to Return to School: 3 Steps for Independence
Here at Children’s House, we have been hard at work preparing for the upcoming school year. We are …
One Day Closer to “Normal” and Here’s What We Know
As we inch closer to reopening businesses and schools, we are all trying to anticipate what our …
Montessori During Quarantine: Everyday Life Lessons
There’s a reason Maria Montessori called the first school, Casa dei Bambini. It means “ …
FAQs Answered: Closures, Tours, and the Upcoming School Year
Spring has sprung, and although Children’s House is currently closed due to the coronavirus …
Kids and Quarantine: A Few Thoughts for Parents
We are at the beginning of what could be a very long period of one of the strangest times in our …
How to Find a Good Preschool: Questions, Observations, and Red Flags
It’s almost springtime here in Northern Virginia, and many folks are looking ahead to summer and …
4 Important Lessons Kids Learn in Montessori
Children are learning every day. They learn by experience, by example, by formal instruction, and …
Clean Up Time: The Importance of Completing the Work Cycle
If your playroom, basement, or family room looks like a toy shop exploded in it, that’s okay! In …
Every Child is an Artist | Our Montessori Art Curriculum
Here at Children’s House, art is one of our favorite things! Each classroom has a dedicated art …
“Where’s the dress-up corner?” Montessori and Imagination
When you walk into a Montessori classroom you might notice something missing. There’s no dress-up …
Creativity in the Montessori Classroom
Creativity is more than art and music. It means trying new things and looking at a challenge with …
Eat the CAKE! The Importance of the Montessori Kindergarten Experience.
So you made the hard decision: you found a Montessori program that you love! You’re happy, …
Why are Montessori Classrooms Mixed Age?
There are many differences between Montessori schools and traditional preschool programs. One of …
Montessori Quotes to Inspire and Uplift
If you needed a reminder about how intelligent, observant, and forward-thinking Maria Montessori …
10 Ways to Encourage Independence in Your Child at Home
It starts with the little things, like helping scrub potatoes or put their socks in a drawer, and …
30 Things to Say Instead of, “Good job!”
Your child just tied her shoes, crossed the monkey bars, showed you a drawing, or helped carry in …
Understanding Montessori: What do the children do all day?
There is often a veil of mystery over the goings on in a typical Montessori classroom. Children …
Is Your Child Ready for More? Three Key Signs of Preschool Readiness
It can be a tough call. For many families with young children, knowing when a child is “ …
We are Thankful!
It’s that time of the year! With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s only …
Foster Internal Motivation with these 4 Phrases
If you’ve ever had a hobby or pastime that you did just because it made you feel good, and …
What is Montessori? And Other Common Questions
Despite the fact that Montessori education has been around since 1907, there are still some common …
Teaching Character Development in Early Childhood: Part 5 (Excellence and Creativity)
This is the fifth post in a monthly series that will be devoted to practical tips for using the …
Three Reasons Why Montessori Makes Sense
We’ve explained the difference between Montessori and traditional preschools and we’ve …
Build Your Child’s Vocabulary: 3 Activities for Fall
When you’re out and about doing fun family activities this fall, take the opportunity to add …
Encourage Independence in Young Children: Our Top 3 Household Picks
Most parents are well-versed when it comes to baby-proofing their home. They know that there are …
Teaching Character Development in Early Childhood: Part 4 (Cooperation and Respect)
This is the fourth post in a monthly series that will be devoted to practical tips for using the …
The First Weeks of School at Children’s House
It’s finally fall! It seems like it’s been a long time coming this year, but here in …
How Do Montessori Schools Teach Independence?
If you’re new to Montessori, one of the first things you’ll notice is that there’ …
Teaching Character Development in Early Childhood: Part 3
This is the third post in a monthly series that will be devoted to practical tips for using the …
What’s the Difference Between Montessori and Traditional Preschool?
Some of the most common questions parents have when looking for an early childhood program focus …
What to Look for in a Montessori Preschool
Wondering what to look for in a Montessori preschool? There are so many schools to choose from, so …
Five Key Elements to Creating a Natural Play Space for Children
Creating a natural play space for your children is one of the best ways to encourage them to spend …
Teaching Character Development in Early Childhood: Part 2
This is the second post in a monthly series that will be devoted to practical tips for using the …
Motivate Children Without Praise and Rewards
Did you know that it’s possible to motivate children without praise and reward systems, like …
Dinosaur Summer Camp Adventures!
We’ve been having so much fun at dinosaur summer camp this past month! Kids LOVE dinosaurs …
Teaching Character Development in Early Childhood: Part 1
Teaching character development is part of any good early childhood program. Children need a safe …
Potty Training Facts to Put Your Mind at Ease
Going to the bathroom part of life, but learning how to do it doesn’t have to be stressful, …
Limited Choices Lead to Cooperation
Children want their opinions known! Help them make positive choices that work for everyone AND …
Summer Fun has Begun!
Summer Camp at CHMS is underway! We have six weeks of camp scheduled and are looking forward to a …
Make this Summer Memorable, the Montessori Way
Summer is here! This much-anticipated season has the potential to be the “best summer ever,& …
A Visit from a Former Student… and an Igloo??
When your school has been open for 16 years, visits from former students can be eye-opening. Those …
Visiting an Art Gallery with Children: Five tips to make it fun!
We love field-tripping with our kindergarteners! This past week saw our third and final field trip …
Spring Gardening Begins!
Last Friday saw the start to our spring gardening sessions and it couldn’t have been better; …
Spring is Finally Here!
There’s no place like our playground in the spring! The children are so excited to finally …
An Authentic Montessori School in the Heart of Reston
Now enrolling for the 2019-2020 school year!Read more An Authentic Montessori School in the Heart …
Where the Love of Nature meets the Love of Learning
Our wooded playground invites discovery, curiosity, activity, and learning.Read more Where the …
The Hidden Gem of Reston
A small, family-centered, nature-focused, authentic Montessori program for children ages 3 to 6 …
Inspiring Young Artists since 2003
Now enrolling for the 2019-2020 school year!
Read more Inspiring Young Artists since 2003 …
Home Away From Home
Schedule a tour and feel the difference for yourself!Read more Home Away From Home …