Parents, if you have been dealing with tantrums and aggressive behavior with your toddler lately that is normal, here are a few notes on how to deal with the situation and how to help your toddler pass through this stage of development.

I'd like to talk about fostering independence in your child from birth. An infant can slither even from birth. This is evident when the infant is placed on a blanket on the floor and 15 minutes later, they are in a different place on the blanket. Freedom of movement is especially important for infants and toddlers.  We can encourage independent movement by providing clothing that does not inhibit movement.

Toilet learning differs from Toilet training. Child toilet training is adult-directed; toilet learning is when the child is involved in their learning. Toilet training may involve time pressure on your child which seems to be a quick fix but may have consequences.

In a Montessori classroom, we give our children "real work". This work consists of what we call "practical life skills". Practical life skills are the skills that your child uses to care for themselves and their environment. They can, and hopefully do practice these at home as well.  These skills also help to keep your child constructively busy when you are busy.

Six Generations Later, The Montessori Method Is Still The Same…It’s America’s Moms Who Have Improved The Way We Raise Kids

When Maria Montessori published her lifelong observations about how to raise what’s now called a Montessori baby via the Montessori Method, America’s news and views were not aligned. 

Dr. Montessori’s work focused on treating children with respect; recognizing that children were nearly fully formed by age three; and recommended that children ‘do for themselves.’ 

Below are some ideas for a supportive Montessori environment at home:

Kitchen

Montessori toddler teachers focus on teaching kids the responsibility to become independent learners by letting children DIY--doing it themselves!

The Montessori Method Difference

In a Montessori setting, when you give children freedom and guidance, they will find inner discipline--simply by giving them the freedom to make mistakes and choices.

When they make the right choice, they’ve learned how to build self-discipline. 

How? Students are empowered by teachers to take that responsibility.

Dropping off Toddlers

Build Lunch Options That Are Affordable and Nutritious With The Goal of Letting Your Child DIY 

As parents, we are constantly challenged to find nutritious food options for our kids. 

But, sometimes children don’t eat; are picky about what they will and won’t eat; or, are not empowered to make their tasty school lunch.

How does Lifetime Montessori School (LMS) in San Diego do its best to create a healthy Montessori child?

With a goal!

It’s Easy: Teach Your Kids to Do It

A core Montessori Method philosophy is to let your children do for themselves.

Rather than mom and dad following junior around the house and getting into the habit of lawnmower parenting, give your child responsibility—especially in relation to clean-up time!