Continuing Montessori Education At Home: Setting Up A Learning Space

Montessori schools give children the chance to learn by discovering and participating in a hands-on approach to learning. While your preschooler or school-aged child might not get traditional homework, there are ways you can continue the Montessori-style of learning at home. Here are a few things you can do to create a learning space in your home. Dramatic Play Station  Let your little ones learn by pretending with a dramatic play station. [Read More]

4 Things Parents Should Know About The Reggio Emilia Approach In Preschool

If you are the parent of a preschooler, you may have recently heard about the Reggio Emilia approach. The Reggio Emilia approach, developed in Italy, is relatively new to the US, having been practiced here for about 20 years, but it is gaining in popularity. It is a method that values the child within the family and culture. It utilizes the environment as a teacher, documentation shared with the community, and a child-led approach. [Read More]

How To Help Your Shy Child Be More Comfortable Around Others

Of course, some children hesitate to be away from those who are in their everyday lives. However, if you think that your child is excessively shy, you may want to introduce him or her to new playmates. From having play dates to enrolling your child in a daycare center, here are some ideas on how to help your shy child be more comfortable around other people: Do An Assessment - Ask yourself if you, too, are most comfortable just being with your family members. [Read More]

A Few Educational Media Options For Corporate Training

No matter what type of business you are running, there is going to be the need for training occasionally. Perhaps you have added a new product line, are opening new locations, or need to keep everyone up with new technology or trends. Trying to get everyone that needs the training together and not interrupting the work flow can be difficult if not impossible. Luckily, as technology has progressed, there are more options for making sure everyone receives the training needed to keep your business on track. [Read More]