Early Literacy Milestones: What Parents Should KnowEarly reading skills are the key to a lifetime of learning! As young minds eagerly absorb the world around them, parents play a vital role in nurturing their budding literacy skills. Parents can ignite a love for reading, enhance...
The Critical Role of Early Education in Brain Development Early education plays a critical role in a child's cognitive development and can affect their academic success and lifelong learning. The first few years of a child's life are crucial for brain development, as this is when...
From Following to Taking the Lead: How Montessori Empowers Children to Be Leaders As parents, we all have dreams for our children – we want them to grow up to be confident, kind, and responsible leaders who can change the world for the better. But how...
Everyday Literacy: How to Make Reading a Part of Daily Life In each tiny word we read, a vast world of knowledge unfolds. At Sugar Mill Montessori, we cherish the power of literacy in shaping a child's educational journey. In this post, we explore how to...
What Does a Good Montessori School Look Like? Montessori schools have become a popular choice for many parents. This is because they provide an alternative to traditional public schools but still offer the benefits of an education focusing on student’s individual needs and abilities. However, there...
What to Do When Your Child Throws a Tantrum At Sugar Mill Montessori School, we believe in guiding children through their emotional growth with love and understanding. Tantrums are a natural part of their development, allowing both parent and child to learn and grow together. In...
Santa Claus & Montessori: The True Meaning of the Season As the holiday season approaches, many of us wonder how to introduce the concept of Santa Claus to our young children in a Montessori way. Some Montessori educators may feel that the story of Santa Claus...
Gratitude for Kids: Turning a 'Thank You' into a Lifestyle Gratitude is a transformative mindset that has the power to bring joy and positivity into our lives. It is about recognizing and appreciating the blessings and simple pleasures that surround us each day. At Sugar Mill...
Understanding Your Child’s Montessori Sensitive Periods Unlock the hidden potential within your child through the power of understanding their sensitive periods! These critical phases of development hold the key to fostering your little one's love for learning and curiosity. In this blog post, we delve into...
5 Common Mistakes Montessori Parents Can Make (& How to Avoid Them) Being a parent is one of the most challenging yet fulfilling roles in our lifetime. As parents, we strive to make the best decisions for our little ones to help them grow into independent,...