Can you believe it? The new school year is already just around the corner! Whether it's your first year as a Montessori parent or you're a seasoned pro, it's always helpful to get a fresh start each year. Because Montessori teaching focuses on a whole...
What Characteristics Make Up a Montessori Teacher? Montessori educators are some of the most passionate, dedicated, and creative educators. They are constantly seeking new ways to engage and support their students in their learning. Sugar Mill Montessori compiled a list of the top five characteristics of...
Develop Lifelong Skills With These Montessori Activities! Curiosity, patience, creativity, and independence; all of these are skills that we want to teach our children. Sugar Mill Montessori curated a list of activities that encourage developing these skills! From making dinner together to sensory play, we look...
Summer is here which means school is out and there’s more time for fun–but that doesn't mean that the education has to stop, nor should it. In fact, summer break is a wonderful opportunity to encourage learning and discovery in a fun, engaging way. Sugar...
Montessori education doesn’t stop in the classroom. It is essential that your child has plenty of opportunities to continue learning from home. Spring break is a great time to do this. Springtime means better weather and many more reasons to venture into or even just...
The three-year cycle is one of the core practices of Montessori schools. It takes place from age 3-6 in a mixed-age classroom where students are encouraged to explore new skills and activities. Each year of the cycle, students focus on goals that fit their age....
Valentine’s Day is typically celebrated with candy or flowers, however, it also has a rich history and represents strong core values, making it an excellent learning opportunity in Montessori households and classrooms. If you are looking for a Montessori school for your child in the Sugar...
It can be easy to feel stuck inside and bored as winter settles in. We came up with multiple indoor, and outdoor Montessori inspired winter activities to keep this season fun and lively! This holiday season, there are endless activities to do with your children,...
With Thanksgiving around the corner, Sugar Mill Montessori has gratitude in mind. Understanding and practicing gratitude is essential to the Montessori way with our philosophy based on independence and choice. We know at the dinner table everyone goes around and states what they’re thankful for, but...
The spookiest time of year is almost here! As families prepare their costumes and stock up on candy to hand out to trick-or-treaters, now is the perfect time to plan a Montessori-inspired Halloween. After all, the way we celebrate Halloween at Sugar Mill Montessori is different...