Alumdulillah, Eid is just around the corner. As we enter the last 3 days of Ramadan I can’t help but feel that this blessed month goes by faster and faster every year. Nonetheless, I’m excited for Eid and the joy that this special day brings with it. As we decorate our homes, prepare our newContinue reading “Eid al Fitr”
Category Archives: Montessori
Top 5 this Quarter
As the first quarter of 2022 has come to a close, I wanted to share my top 5 Montessori-inspired products which have been game-changers for me and Jamila. These products are all parent and toddler approved, thoroughly tried and tested, and things which I wish I had discovered earlier. Jamila is now 19 months old,Continue reading “Top 5 this Quarter”
Setting up the Kitchen
The Kitchen is one of Jamila’s favourite rooms in the house, and we aimed to set up the space in Montessori style – somewhere which is practical, accessible and encourages independence. Everything was designed with her in mind, so it’s all at her level and easy for her to grab whatever she needs. I spentContinue reading “Setting up the Kitchen”
Ramadan Activities for Toddlers
With Ramadan just 2 weeks away, I thought I’d share some activities that Jamila and I have been doing to prepare for the holy month. As a toddler, it will be years before she begins fasting but there are other ways for her to get involved and to learn about the importance of Ramadan. I’veContinue reading “Ramadan Activities for Toddlers”
How We Avoid Screen Time
Most Montessori parents will tell you that screen time is a no-no until your child reaches at least the age of 3. Prior to this, children go through rapid brain development – discovering how to use their hand-eye co-ordination, how to walk, talk, and play. They explore the world using their hands and through investigatingContinue reading “How We Avoid Screen Time”
Toy and Book Rotation
In my last post, I mentioned that we like to rotate Jamila’s books every week or so to keep things interesting for her, and the same goes for toys too. By rotating her toys and books, we ensure that she has a good mix of materials which support the area that she is currently workingContinue reading “Toy and Book Rotation”
What is Montessori?
Montessori is a child-centred method of education that encourages independence, respect, and freedom within limits. Developed by scientist Maria Montessori in 1870, the hands-on approach to learning has 7 main principles; Play is Work Children have a natural desire for knowledge, and a child’s play is viewed as their ‘work’. They should therefore be supportedContinue reading “What is Montessori?”
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