It can be surprising—and even a bit amusing—when a young child confidently drops a swear word into conversation. For parents and...

In Montessori early childhood environments, every aspect of the classroom is intentionally designed to support a child’s natural...

Biting, hitting, pushing, yelling—these behaviours can alarm parents and educators, especially when they emerge in toddlers. But such...

Exploring how outdoor activities contribute to physical health, sensory experiences, and environmental awareness in young children...

Creating a balance between fun and structured, effort-based activities in childhood profoundly influences the development of a child’s...

Separation anxiety is a natural stage of childhood development, typically peaking between 8 months and 3 years of age. However, how...

Fun plays an essential role in childhood, stimulating creativity, providing relaxation, and supporting social skills. But when “fun”...

As humans, we have an innate tendency to focus on the negative aspects of life—a cognitive phenomenon known as the negativity bias . This...

One of the most critical components of building resilience in children is helping them develop a healthy sense of control over their...

Resilience in children is built through supportive relationships, exposure to manageable challenges, and opportunities to exert control over

The understanding and consistent application of rules are essential for helping children develop prosocial behaviours—actions that...

Montessori education, developed by Dr. Maria Montessori in the early 20th century, is a child-centered educational approach that...

Parenting is a delicate balancing act. One of the most challenging aspects is finding the right balance between giving your child choices...

Helping children is a natural instinct for parents and caregivers. However, discerning when this help fosters growth versus when it...

The Importance of Play for Cognitive, Emotional, and Social Development Play is more than just fun and games for children. It plays a...

The transition from kindergarten to prep is an exciting time! It's natural for parents, especially those with children entering...

When trying to understand what can motivate a child to display a particular behavior, it is hard to find anything more motivating than...

Communicating with your child and managing your expectations Many of us have had the experience of talking to our child and not getting a...

Key Information In 2023, Alto Montessori will offer: an integrated long day care program (as previously) fifteen hours per week of...

Children’s relationships with their kindergarten teachers are related to their academic and behavioural outcomes. Diana Baumrind, a...