THE BIG DEAL BETWEEN REALITY AND FANTASY From its first breath, the newborn baby begins to understand the world around through their senses.  Their hands, nose, mouth become the instrument … Read More

INDEPENDENCE! When did you ever hear that to be of importance in Early Childhood Education.  If anything most adults believe their role to be to do as much as possible … Read More

The difference between preschools and daycares is really quite simple.  Preschools are licensed to operate one session for a maximum of 4 hours per day whereas daycares offer longer day … Read More

Returning to work will have its challenges especially for teachers, child care workers and early childhood educators.  Here are some tips to support you with this period: Teachers have an … Read More

Vegies, Fruits and Cheese! How can you go wrong with that combination? Have your child help shop, cut, and then inspire them to make shapes, bugs, allow their creativity to … Read More

A decade ago, Praise in the form of ‘Well Done and Good Job’ was part of Early Childhood training and looked at with much respect. Now research has shown that … Read More

Does every school prepare the child for the future? Most often not! Does every Montessori centre prepare the child for the future? Depends…. Dr. Montessori did not franchise her work … Read More

Dr. Maria Montessori the founder of the Montessori Method of Education did not franchise her work. This has caused much diversity in the Montessori programs offered all around North America … Read More

For some the word Montessori means respect and freedom. Whereas for others it’s a method of education. Then there are those that have never been exposed to Montessori and I … Read More

Did you ever struggle with Math at an early age? Many of us learned through abstract experiences; meaning written symbols on the board or paper and we had to make … Read More