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Embracing Practical Life: A to Independence and Growth
  • Feb 29, 2024
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Embracing Practical Life: A Pathway to Independence and Growth

At Grey Matter Montessori, we understand that the early years of a child's life are crucial for developing lifelong skills. Our approach to practical life activities is designed to engage children in meaningful, purpose-driven tasks that teach. . .

Montessori Education and Special Needs: Inclusivity and Individualized Learning
  • Sep 27, 2023
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Montessori Education and Special Needs: Inclusivity and Individualized Learning

Every child is unique, with their own set of strengths, challenges, and learning styles. For children with special needs, finding an educational environment that nurtures their individuality while fostering growth can be a significant concern. This. . .

Keep a Montessori Frame Of Mind All Summer Long
  • May 23, 2022
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Keep a Montessori Frame Of Mind All Summer Long

Follow These Three Montessori Values This Summer Create Opportunities To Learn Some of the key ideas in a Montessori education are: Preparing the environment to suit individual children’s needs. Using hands-on learning. . .

Grey Matter Montessori - Blog - How To Talk To Your Preschooler About Mental Health
  • Apr 27, 2022
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National Child And Youth Mental Health Day: How To Talk To Your Preschooler About Mental Health

Starting The Conversation Children’s mental health can be most easily characterized as the way that they think and feel about their world and themselves. Good mental health means that they have the tools to identify their feelings, navigate. . .

Grey Matter Montessori - Blog - Talking To Your Child About Major World News Events
  • Mar 24, 2022
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Talking To Your Child About Major World News Events

Talking With Your Preschooler About Major News Events The Best Place To Start When everyone seems caught up in a major news event, the best place to begin a conversation is by asking your child what they have heard or seen. Encourage your child. . .

Grey Matter Montessori - Blog - Is My Child Ready For Preschool
  • Jan 14, 2022
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Is My Child Ready For Preschool?

Remember that there are aspects they will learn from preschool like socialization skills, and that your child does not have to be a genius or a social butterfly before they enter the preschool program. Your child should have enough skills that they. . .

How To Inspire Your Preschooler's Creativity | Calgary Preschool
  • Dec 22, 2021
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Inspire Your Preschooler's Creativity With These Tips

6 Ways To Inspire Creativity In Your Preschooler Encourage Questions. Children are naturally inquisitive, sometimes so much so that it can be hard to get them to stop asking questions. Try not to discourage this natural curiosity. If you. . .

Montessori Inspired Christmas Gifts | Calgary Montessori Preschool
  • Nov 26, 2021
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Inspired Gifts For Your Preschooler’s Christmas List

You can feel good knowing that you are giving your child a gift they will enjoy and helping them develop important skills at the same time. Here, we look at gifts for preschool aged children that are inspired by the Montessori. . .

Grey Matter Montessori - Blog - Why Children Have Tantrums And How Best To Respond
  • Nov 12, 2021
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Why Children Have Tantrums And How Best To Respond

Grey Matter Montessori is Calgary’s choice for child-led preschool learning. Call us to book a virtual or in-person tour and explore whether the Montessori way of learning is right for your child. What Is A Tantrum? A tantrum is an outburst. . .

Grey Matter Montessori - Blog - How You Can Teach Responsibility To Your Preschooler
  • Oct 27, 2021
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How You Can Teach Responsibility To Your Preschooler

Assign Your Child With Age Appropriate Tasks. In the busyness of life, it's easy to ask your child to ‘move out of the way’ as you quickly get things done. But what many parents do not realize is that allowing your child to help you complete. . .

  • Oct 06, 2021
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Setting Your Child Up for School Success with Extracurricular Activities

Whether you participated in extracurricular groups as a child or not, it is worth it to consider the benefits available for your child if they participate in these out-of-school activities. At Grey Matter Montessori we believe every child should. . .

Grey Matter Montessori - Montessori Sensory Activities
  • Aug 11, 2021
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The Importance Of Sensory Play For Development

Sensorial learning is a foundational component of Montessori education. The sensorial materials developed by Dr. Montessori can help your preschooler explore, understand, process, and classify their environment and broaden their ability to. . .

Grey Matter Montessori - Play with Children
  • Jul 07, 2021
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Fostering a Love for Learning Through Play

As you watch your child grow up you have every hope in the world for them to live, learn, laugh, and love. You do your best to ensure they absorb everything they can from the world around them, from math and science to art and spelling. Did you know. . .

Grey Matter Montessori - Blog - preparing for preschool
  • May 03, 2021
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How To Prepare Your Child For Preschool

For new parents and parents of young children, arranging your child’s preschool education can be an exciting but scary time. If your child is set to attend preschool for the first time this fall, you and your child may be experiencing a variety of. . .

Grey Matter Montessori | Montessori Daycare Calgary
  • Mar 03, 2021
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Choose The Best Preschool For Your Child By Following These 8 Tips

Choosing the right preschool can be quite a daunting task, especially if it’s your first time choosing a school. To help parents get the best education for their children, we have compiled 8 pieces of advice for how you can find the best preschool. . .

Grey Matter Montessori | Montessori Preschool Calgary
  • Feb 21, 2021
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8 Tips to Keep It Peaceful At Home While In Lockdown

Are you, your child, or your family struggling with your home dynamic? Was your home more serene before the lockdown happened? Here are some tips you can use to try and recreate that pre-pandemic peace. The continuation of the stay-at-home. . .

Best Preschool Calgary | Grey Matter Montessori
  • Feb 07, 2021
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7 Tips You Can Employ To Help Your Child Succeed At Online Learning

No matter whether your child is learning from home or has recently returned to their school, the threat of another lockdown continues to loom. If you need assistance with your kid’s e-learning or want to be prepared in the instance that a second. . .

How a Montessori Education Will Help Your Childs Development and Social Skills - Grey Matter Montessori NW Calgary
  • Jan 24, 2021
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5 Aspects of a Montessori Education That Focus on the Social and Emotional Growth of Your Child

Are you thinking about enrolling your child in a Montessori preschool? Do you want to learn more about the emotional and social development of the Montessori program? Here are 5 key aspects that are unique to the Montessori method of education. . .

Eight ways to boost your child's educational growth by getting involved at home - Grey Matter Montessori Calgary Preschool
  • Jan 17, 2021
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8 Ways You Can Be Involved in Your Child's Education While at Home

Are you a parent who wants to get more involved in your child's education? Here are some ways that you can boost your child’s learning at home so that they can improve in the classroom. The number one most important teacher in the life of. . .

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  • Nov 16, 2020
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5 Reasons Why Learning a Second Language Will Help Your Child

Are you looking for a Calgary preschool where your child can learn advanced language skills? Do you want your little one to begin learning a second language from a young age? Continue reading to learn about how we provide language education to all. . .

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  • Oct 14, 2020
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3 Tips for Keeping Your Child Motivated as the COVID-19 Pandemic Continues

As we all slowly get used to the new normal that has come about due to COVID-19, many of us are beginning to feel less motivated. To get the most out of their education, it is important for students to remain dedicated to continue their. . .

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  • Oct 06, 2020
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3 Challenges Families Face During COVID-19 and How to Overcome Them

As families grapple with an ever-changing normal, including virtual daycare and working from home, stress and anxiety can escalate. Here are three common challenges families might face during COVID-19 and how to overcome them. Parents play a. . .

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  • Sep 21, 2020
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4 Tips to Set Your Child Up for Virtual Learning Success

When it comes to your child’s education, COVID-19 has presented a number of challenges. However, by following these simple tips from our Calgary Montessori preschool, you can set your little one up for virtual learning success. When COVID-19. . .

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  • Sep 06, 2020
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How to Help Your Child Navigate Their Return to Learning During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a number of challenges for Canadian families, particularly when it comes to childrens’ education. Here are some tips to help your child successfully navigate their return to school during COVID-19. Since. . .

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  • Aug 25, 2020
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3 Back To School Safety Tips To Follow During The COVID-19 Pandemic

As the summer winds down, parents and children are preparing to return back to school, but you may be hesitant due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are five back to school safety tips to teach your child to keep their health and well-being. . .

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  • Jul 15, 2020
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How to Support Your Child’s Learning This Summer During COVID-19

Are you wondering how you can help your child learn this summer during COVID-19? Here are some tips from our NW Calgary Montessori school that you can follow. This summer presents a unique challenge to parents. With untimely school closures due. . .

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  • Jun 14, 2020
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4 Benefits of Learning a Second Language at a Young Age

Are you thinking about enroling your child in a summer day camp? Our Calgary Montessori preschool is offering an immersive Spanish summer camp that will ignite your child’s creativity, empathy, and passion for learning! One of the main. . .

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  • May 28, 2020
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3 Simple Games to Teach Your Child About Object Permanence

Understanding the concept of object permanence is a major developmental milestone for your little one because it will help him/her understand the world better. Here are some tips from our Calgary Montessori school on how to teach your child about. . .

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  • Apr 19, 2020
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Maintaining Academic Excellence Amid COVID-19

Maintaining Academic Excellence Amid COVID-19 As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Grey Matter Montessori is maintaining its commitment to academic excellence by supporting our students and families through an online learning program. This online. . .

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  • Apr 11, 2020
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7 Tips to Care For Your Child’s Mental Health During COVID-19

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many parents are wondering how this period of uncertainty and isolation will affect their children. To help your family cope, here are some top tips from our Calgary montessori preschool on how to care for your. . .

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  • Apr 05, 2020
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4 Simple Nutrition Tips to Keep Your Child Healthy During COVID-19

Preschoolers quickly grow and change physically, mentally, and socially, and they require healthy foods to meet their developmental needs. Here are some of the top nutrition tips from our Calgary Montessori school to keep your child healthy and. . .

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  • Mar 29, 2020
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4 Ways to Build Your Child’s Sense of Independence at Home

One of the core values of a Montessori preschool is assisting children advance on the way to independence, and since our Calgary Montessori school is temporarily closed due to COVID-19, here are a few tips for parents to help foster independence in. . .

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  • Mar 19, 2020
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4 Tips to Support Your Kids Through COVID-19

As preschools and workplaces in Calgary go remote to stop the spread of COVID-19, parents everywhere are wondering how to keep their children healthy and occupied. Here are some top tips from our NW Calgary Montessori preschool on how to support. . .

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  • Mar 10, 2020
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7 Tips to Keep Your Child Active During COVID-19

With schools and daycares in Calgary closed due to COVID-19, many kids are suddenly at home and looking for something to do. Here are some of the best tips from our Calgary Montessori school to help your kids - and you - navigate this uncertain. . .

  • Jan 16, 2019
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6 Tips for Beating the Back-to-School Blues

Endless eggnog, big, beautiful presents, sleeping in every day– the winter holidays are the ultimate in relaxation. But as wonderful as they are, the holidays have a way of exploding our well-oiled routines, making it a challenge to get back into. . .

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