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“Play is the Work of the Child”- Maria Montessori
Play is a hot topic these days. The debate revolves around time. Is play a frivolous waste of time in favor of more quantifiable academic achievements? According to Dr. Maria Montessori, play is the work of the child. Children are naturally curious and driven to learn. They seek out things that ... Read More about “Play is the Work of the Child”- Maria Montessori
Increasing a Child’s Awareness of the Natural World: Observation
I have been continuing to think on the subject of increasing our children's awareness of the natural world. Just last week I came across some suggested reading that I have found to have many excellent suggestions for helping children interface with nature: Sharing Nature with Children: The ... Read More about Increasing a Child’s Awareness of the Natural World: Observation
The Need for Children to Connect with Nature
The world is a wondrous place to a child. It is full of miracles. There is no fear within a child, just curiosity. Adults must be careful not to instill undo fear in children but only prudent respect for the natural world. In a world full of fear and anxiety, we could all learn some things from ... Read More about The Need for Children to Connect with Nature
It is a Child’s World
Do you remember what it was like living in a grown-up's world? Did you ever climb up on the counter tops to reach high cupboards? Were you ever frustrated with a grown-up insisting that you needed their help? Children, so it seems, are very capable of a good many things if only we would give them ... Read More about It is a Child’s World