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Prepping your toddler for Trick or Treating

"How do I prep my toddler for the scary costumes?", “First time trick or treating—any tips?”

I'm glad you ask! Because this is a time in your child’s development when the brain is looking for concrete learning, making it hard to differentiate between fantasy and reality. There is no "right" answer, but here are a few things you can consider as you prepare to present this tradition to a young child with your toddler’s stage of their development in mind.

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The “terrible twos” are actually terribly important: here’s why

The challenges you are feeling are signs of important growth in your child’s brain. Read more about what makes this stage special, and how important your role and mindset are for setting up the stage for years to come.

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Using Montessori spaces in your home to support your child’s development

Montessori in your home beyond the toys - the benefits for your child’s confidence and independence.

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Traveling with littles: bringing Montessori and respectful parenting with you

You may not be brining along your glass cups or tiny chairs, but you can carry-on something a lot more valuable: your own ability to see your child as a capable, no matter where you are.

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Favorite gear and tools for travel with our Montessori infant and toddler

Inspired by our Montessori parenting journey at home, and our need to remain practical while traveling.

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How to adapt a classic Montessori language lesson to your daily life

No language baskets? No problem. Here’s how to bring a Montessori language tool into the daily rhythm with your child.

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Supporting language development with Montessori Language Baskets

What is a Montessori language basket and how to implement it at home to support your child’s language development.

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Is someone turning TWO? Our picks for toys and materials for this special year

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How to use books and other materials to help your child build Emotion Knowledge

How to use books and other materials to help your child (and baby!) learn about emotions

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Understanding our child’s emotional development

Understanding the importance of emotional development, supporting emotional intelligence from childhood, and why learning about emotions deserves the same attention and respect as any other part of a child’s development.

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Montessori at home: Principles for the journey

Montessori principles to consider for your Montessori journey at home, whether you are getting started or need a reminder about the beauty and power of the Montessori foundation pieces that support the development of the whole child at home.