Healthy Living Blog Articles

Grey Matter Montessori - Blog - Learning About Our World The Montessori Way

May 04, 2022
Grey Matter

World Environment Day: Learning About Our World The Montessori Way

Celebrating The Wonders Of Nature The Montessori Way Our preschool and pre-kindergarten students are just beginning to explore, understand, and make sense of the world around them. Messaging about the climate crisis, global warming, and. . .

Apr 13, 2022
Grey Matter

The Importance Of Movement In The Montessori Classroom

The Connection Between Movement And Learning Learning Is Linked To Movement Maria Montessori believed that the ability to absorb and retain information is optimized when a child’s body is in motion. Studies also show that combining language. . .

Dec 10, 2021
Grey Matter

The Effects Of Colour On The Learning Environment

Colours should change depending on the age of the child, as they develop and learn. Unfortunately, there is no exact colour combination that will guarantee optimal learning, as each child is unique, but as will be explained below, there are ways to. . .

Oct 28, 2021
Grey Matter

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. . .

Eight ways that you can make sure your child is living a healthy digital life - Montessori Daycare Calgary

Jan 10, 2021
Grey Matter

8 Methods to Ensure Healthy Screen Time for Your Child

Are you struggling to manage your child’s screen time? Do you want to teach your kid the positives and negatives of screen time but don’t know how to do it? Here is how you can ensure that you and your child are healthily managing their screen. . .

The Importance of Play In Your Child's Growth – NW Calgary Montessori Preschool

Dec 17, 2020
Grey Matter

The Importance of Structured and Unstructured Play In Your Child's Development

For a child, play is an integral part of how they learn, discover the world, and understand how their bodies work. Here is why you and your child's school must encourage them to play, and the benefits of different types of play. Playtime is. . .

Dec 10, 2020
Grey Matter

8 Ways you Can Help Your Child Eat a Healthy Diet!

Are you struggling to develop healthy eating habits in your child? Nutrition for your child doesn't need to be difficult. By following the tips, tricks, and strategies in this article, you will be well on your way to healthier living for you and. . .