As parents, we’re constantly seeking new and engaging ways to foster our children’s development and curiosity. Inspired by the Montessori philosophy, which emphasizes hands-on learning and independence, we’ve discovered some delightful DIY activities that bring the principles of Montessori education into our home. In this blog post, we are excited to share a collection of DIY Montessori-inspired activities that are
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In our beautiful melting pot that is the United States of America, teaching our children about inclusivity and acceptance from a young age is essential. As parents, it’s our responsibility to raise compassionate, empathetic, and open-minded children who appreciate the beauty of our diverse world. In this blog, we’ll explore some easy ways to introduce the concepts of diversity, equity,
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As the lazy days of summer come to an end, it’s time to think about back to school prep! This is an exciting and hectic time for moms, especially those who have kids entering school for the first time! With a few tips and tricks, you can make the transition from summer to school year as smooth as possible for
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In this final part of our three-part series on schooling choices, we will explore the benefits of homeschooling your child. Homeschooling has become increasingly popular in recent years, with many parents opting for this route during the COVID-19 pandemic when traditional schools were unavailable. In this blog, we will discuss some of the reasons why parents choose to homeschool their
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This blog is the first in a three-part series exploring the pros and cons of different schooling options for your child. You can also listen to Melissa and Lindi discuss this topic on this week’s podcast! Click here to listen. Choosing the right place for your little one to experience all that education has to offer is one of the
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It started when my daughter was three. She’s always been strong-willed and had a very distinct sense of style. Quickly we realized we could give her choices in what she wore to preschool each day. At first, we’d let her choose between two different outfits. Now, she has free reign over her entire closet in the mornings before kindergarten. Does
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Almost five years ago, I was standing in your shoes. I remember the morning so clearly–despite five years worth of full-time teaching, momming, a pandemic, and having another baby– that drop-off moment is crystal clear amidst the postpartum haze that seems to make most of my memories fuzzy. The sun hadn’t even fully risen yet. My husband and I drove
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June 17th was supposed to be our son’s last day of school. But instead of spending the day having extra recess and signing yearbooks, most of the kids in our local public school systems stayed home. A crazy storm blasted through Central Virginia the night before, uprooting trees, knocking out power, and setting our city and the surrounding areas into
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As I write this, my son is down the street at our neighborhood school experiencing his first day of first grade. Part of me would love to use this space to talk about all of The Feelings I’m having about this new phase in my family’s life, but I’ll spare you. Instead I’d like to channel my motherly nervous energy*
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