Dr. Maria Montessori's Birthday is August 31st, so today, as a tribute, I am writing a post about my favorite Montessori books. "The child has a different relation to his environment from ours... the child absorbs it. The things he sees are not just remembered; they form part of his... Read more →

Celebrating Adrian's 3rd Birthday the "Montessori style". What do children expect from a birthday? A party with gifts, balloons, a cake, and lots of people - some of whom they might be meeting for the first time, like distant relatives or parent's friends. The birthday child might also have many... Read more →

“The things [the child] sees are not just remembered; they form a part of his soul.” Maria Montessori. MD. Parents, who wish to raise their infants the "Montessori way", generally ponder - what type of mobile is developmentally beneficial, when should is be introduced and for how long. There is... Read more →

“The greatness of the human personality begins at the hour of birth.” Maria Montessori, MD. We are eagerly waiting for the arrival of our second child - our son, Adrian. I am still a little anxious, trying to keep my "nesting" instincts in check, but happy - so happy! Being... Read more →