Montessori at Home

Practical Ways to Extend Montessori at Home

As part of our “Montessori at Home” series, we wanted to share how you can thoughtfully prepare your living spaces to encourage purposeful activity and self-directed learning—just like in a Montessori classroom. With a few intentional changes, your home can become a beautiful extension of your child’s learning journey.

The Power of Repetition in Montessori

It’s not uncommon for parents to wonder why their child seems to return to the same work repeatedly, day after day. In a world that often prizes novelty and fast-paced learning, repetition can feel puzzling. However, in Montessori education, repetition is not only normal—it's essential.

Nurturing the Explorer Within

In a true Montessori classroom, children are immersed in geography through captivating, hands-on activities like puzzle map re-creations and early cartography. These works help foster not only spatial awareness and global understanding, but also valuable cognitive skills like sequencing, concentration, memory, and critical thinking. At home, parents can continue nurturing these skills in meaningful and engaging ways.

How Montessori Helps Children Grow in Virtues

At Pearlily Montessori, we believe education is more than academic mastery—it’s about building character. Through carefully guided practice, meaningful conversations, inspiring stories, and daily example, we help children develop not only knowledge and skills, but also the habits, attitudes, and virtues they need to lead full, responsible, and meaningful lives.

Cultivating Virtues in Young Children

Every parent wants their child to grow into a successful, fulfilled, and happy adult. But what truly lays the foundation for a life well-lived? While academic skills and talents certainly play a role, character—shaped by virtues such as prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance—is what ultimately determines one’s ability to navigate life with confidence, purpose, and resilience.

How Montessori Nurtures Independence from the Start

Confidence, resilience, and problem-solving skills don’t happen overnight—they’re nurtured through experiences that allow children to take ownership of their learning and daily routines. In Montessori, we provide children with the tools and opportunities to build these essential life skills early, setting them on a path toward self-sufficiency and lifelong success. The result? Confident, capable kids who approach challenges with curiosity and determination.

Books to Snuggle Up With This Winter

If you haven’t already noticed the slight chill in the morning air, the changing seasons are likely creeping into your thoughts. Winter is coming, as they say. This has us looking forward to cozy evenings curled up on the couch with our families, reminding us of the Danish concept of hygge.

2024-12-01T10:29:08-05:00December 1st, 2024|Montessori at Home, Parenting Tips|

Fun Montessori Activities for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and celebration—and it’s the perfect opportunity to incorporate Montessori principles into your holiday traditions. By engaging your child in meaningful, hands-on activities, you can foster independence, creativity, and an appreciation for the season of giving. Make this Thanksgiving not just a day of gratitude, but also a celebration of learning and connection!

2024-11-24T09:32:42-05:00November 24th, 2024|Montessori at Home, Montessori Basics, Parenting Tips|

The Power of Choice in Montessori Preschool Education

A common misconception about Montessori education is that children are left to do whatever they please, all the time. In reality, while Montessori students are encouraged to make choices and explore their interests, this freedom is guided by thoughtful boundaries and limitations that support independence, responsibility, and respect for others.

Fun Montessori-Inspired Activities for Fall Learning

After a fantastic field trip to the pumpkin farm this past week, we’re inspired to bring the joy of pumpkins into our Montessori activities at home! From simple kitchen activities to seasonal songs, we explore creative ways to use pumpkins for hands-on learning that will help your child build math skills, improve fine motor coordination, and engage in sensory exploration.

2024-10-13T11:22:56-04:00October 13th, 2024|Montessori at Home, Parenting Tips|