First Six Years

A Montessori teacher combs the internet for helpful information for parents and their children under six. www.firstsixyears.ca @firstsixyears

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Re-Framing Time Out - Baan Dek

We do not do time-out in Montessori. Time-Out, in the traditional sense, is adult-directed, a punishment, a band-aid on a bullet wound. “T

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Montessori Toddler

Montessori toddler resources listed by topic and age. These resources can help you incorporate Montessori ideas with your toddler.

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Why is My Child Behaving This Way? (A Checklist)

I’m blessed to work with mindful parents, most of whom have ‘sensitive’ and ‘respectful’ down.  They’ve made a concerted effort

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12 powerful parenting phrases that make talking to kids easier

7. "How can I help…"

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How to handle Toddler tantrums from Toddler/Montessori expert, Simone Davies

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Aid to Life supporting the natural development of children

This is an excellent resource for parents who want to help their children along the road to independence...in dressing, eating, sleeping and toileting. “Help me to do it by myself.” - the cry of the young child.

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Dr. Ross Greene in his own words: Collaborative and proactive approaches to discipline.

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This article discusses long term solutions to behavioural problems - searching for the root cause and treating children with respect. Results have been remarkable.

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This article links choices and responsibility in the youngest children to success and happiness in adults. A compelling argument which requires a shift in parenting.

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My biggest advice to parents struggling with discipline at mealtimes is always to get their child involved in meal prep. Giving her the tools to help gives her ownership and makes her a contributor. It also helps if you have a picky eater in the house.

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These are some great tips for setting the expectation that your child will pick up after himself. The key? Be consistent and firm. And, as always, model the behaviour you want to see in your child.

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Montessori Northwest is a Montessori Training Centre. This article explains the guiding principles of all Montessori classrooms.

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We teach cursive letters because the loops are more natural for little hands the perfect lines and circles. It's also easier to distinguish between letters such as b and d and p and q.