Our topic for today is a classic Montessori science experiment: solid, liquid, and gas. Discovering the states of matter is something every child can do with a supervising adult. Here's some Montesssori inspiration for you, homeschoolers! 

Show notes at ChildoftheRedwoods.com

Love, 
Aubrey

What DO you do with the child who does exactly what you told them not to and refuses to appear apologetic?

How do you deal with their pursed lips, hands-on-hips, or outright giggles? Do your as your ears steam? Do you want to scream? 

Let's get you a plan of action, mama! Find the show notes to this episode at ChildoftheRedwoods.com
Love, 
Aubrey

Today I am highlighting an activity you can do at home any time of year but particularly when the air is chilly and your minds are dreaming of freshly fallen snow: cutting snowflakes!

Let's learn some cool facts about snowflakes you can teach your kids and deep dive into the art and history of "kirigami".

Show notes can be found at ChildoftheRedwoods.com

Love, 
Aubrey

Are you still looking for that perfect Montessori homeschool routine? Me, too - and I've been doing this for 13 years! Good thing I don't believe in "perfect"....but I can tell you that changing up your routine now and then is good for you AND your children.  

Show notes at ChildoftheRedwoods.com!
If you need help thinking about your routine and curriculum areas, I have a homeschooler planner that you can download for free. 

Love, 
Aubrey

2020 gave us all quite a ride, but if you're listening YOU'RE STILL HERE! We are still on an official podcast break through the end of the year, but I have a holiday gift for you inside this episode. Go here to get it: www.childoftheredwoods.com/bedtime 

I also spend some time finding gratitude for 2020 and celebrate my strengths - and as you listen, I hope you are inspired to do this as well.

Love, 
Aubrey

Today, I’m sharing an acrostic poem with you all about Montessori. An acrostic poem is a classic poetry style which you MAY remember from your own elementary days! To make an acrostic poem, you take a word, and then assign a word to each of its letters. Let's have some Montessori fun! 

Show notes at ChildoftheRedwoods.com 

Love, 
Aubrey

Where did we come from? What's the universe made of? Why does the capital letter A look like a triangle? Who invented numbers? 

The Montessori elementary curriculum is absolutely incredible. Once you hear about these great lessons, I bet you'll want to know more. 

Show notes at ChildoftheRedwoods.com as usual!

Love, 
Aubrey

This Montessori term trips up even the most experienced guide because there is SO MUCH to unpack. What does normalization feel like in the Montessori classroom? Why did Maria keep pressing us on the importance of this normalization thing? And ugh - the word itself is so weird. How does one make a child NORMAL ANYWAY? 

Sit down. It's time for us to have a chat. 

Show notes at ChildoftheRedwoods.çom

Love, 
Aubrey

If Montessori is not brand new to you, you might be wondering: could my child be entering the second plane a little early and be ready for the elementary curriculum?

In this episode, we dive into some key characteristics of that second plane child. Once you know the signs, this transition is unmistakable! 

Find the show notes at ChildoftheRedwoods.com

Love, 
Aubrey

Is it Montessori? Or is it a lot of Monte-nonsense?! After studying the Montessori materials, both originally-created AND traditional, for decades, I'm giving you my top tips for identifying the products that are not true to the Montessori method. 

From concrete materials to printables, get ready for some red flags! Show notes are at ChildoftheRedwoods.com

Love, 
Aubrey