Evergreen Academy Montessori infant, toddler, and preschool programs emphasize helping children become independent far more than traditional education approaches. Why is that? Toddlers are naturally eager to learn how to accomplish new things. “Do it myself” might well be the motto for the toddler years! Enabling a toddler to…
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Montessori-Inspired Tips to Get Preschool Kids Involved in Making Lunches Involving your child in packing their school lunch can have numerous benefits, from improving their eating habits to fostering independence. Research shows us that preschoolers who help choose and prepare their meals eat better at school and waste less food….
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Starting preschool or transitioning to a new environment is exciting but often brings anxiety. Many parents worry about how their child will handle this significant change, asking questions like, “Will he cry when I drop him off?” “Will he be okay when I leave him?” “Will he be so upset that…
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Mention “sleep” to a parent with young children, and you’ll start a big discussion. Many times, desperate for sleep ourselves, we provide our children with sleeping aids (sound machines, swings, screens, etc.) and allow habits that may be doing a disservice to you both, as the primary issue of guiding…
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Creating a Connection Between School and Home
Informing yourself about school events and important dates is vital for you and your child to get the most out of your time at our school, and to feel connected with the school community. Building a relationship and partnership with your child’s teacher and with other school staff and…
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