by Karen Disney | Nov 12, 2019 | Character Development, Parent Resources, Parenting Tips
If you’ve ever had a hobby or pastime that you did just because it made you feel good, and there was no prize or other compensation at the end, then you can recall how internal motivation feels. It feels pretty good, right? Well, you’ve probably also had...
by Karen Disney | Nov 5, 2019 | Authentic Montessori, Finding a School, Understanding Montessori, Why Montessori?
Despite the fact that Montessori education has been around since 1907, there are still some common misconceptions about what it is and what it isn’t. “What is Montessori?” is a huge question, really, because the answer is a lot bigger and more...
by Karen Disney | Oct 29, 2019 | Character Development
This is the fifth post in a monthly series that will be devoted to practical tips for using the Virtues language when teaching character development in early childhood. We’ll explain how we use this program in our classrooms, what it sounds like in conversation, and...
by Karen Disney | Oct 22, 2019 | Montessori Benefits, Understanding Montessori, Why Montessori?
We’ve explained the difference between Montessori and traditional preschools and we’ve told you what to look for in an authentic Montessori program. We haven’t filled you in though, on why Montessori makes sense in the first place. What is it about...
by Karen Disney | Oct 15, 2019 | Child Development, Family, Parenting Tips
When you’re out and about doing fun family activities this fall, take the opportunity to add a little language boost to your outings! We’re going to give you three tips to help build your child’s vocabulary this fall while you’re enjoying the...
by Karen Disney | Oct 8, 2019 | Child Development, Family, Parenting Tips
Most parents are well-versed when it comes to baby-proofing their home. They know that there are cabinet and drawer locks to be purchased, safety gates to be installed, and electrical outlets to be blocked. But what about after the crawling baby and curious toddler...
by Karen Disney | Oct 1, 2019 | Character Development
This is the fourth post in a monthly series that will be devoted to practical tips for using the Virtues language when teaching character development in early childhood. We’ll explain how we use this program in our classrooms, what it sounds like in conversation, and...
by Karen Disney | Sep 24, 2019 | Admissions, The Montessori Classroom
It’s finally fall! It seems like it’s been a long time coming this year, but here in Reston, Virginia we are ready for all the beautiful changes that are coming our way! As we prepare for colorful leaves and cooler weather, we thought we’d share a...
by Karen Disney | Sep 17, 2019 | Authentic Montessori, Montessori Benefits, The Montessori Classroom, Understanding Montessori
If you’re new to Montessori, one of the first things you’ll notice is that there’s a lot of emphasis placed on the importance of teaching a child to be independent. You might have begun to understand why they do it, but how?? With a classroom full of...
by Karen Disney | Sep 10, 2019 | Character Development, Parenting Tips
This is the third post in a monthly series that will be devoted to practical tips for using the Virtues language when teaching character development in early childhood. We’ll explain how we use this program in our classrooms, what it sounds like in conversation, and...
