Montessori Kids Universe Ashburn

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We discovered that education is not something which the teacher does, but that it is a natural process which develops spontaneously in the human being. - Maria Montessori

We love being able to provide an authentic Montessori Education to the children in our community!

We love being able to provide an authentic Montessori Education to the children in our community!

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Learn how to build Gross-Motor Skills the Montessori way! https://montessorikidsuniverse.com/how-to-build-gross-motor-skills/

montessorikidsuniverse.com Hopscotch-your're it-obstacle course-ball play - Gross motor skills involve using the large muscles of the body to perform everyday activities such as wa...

10 activities to keep kids busy when you're snowed in

It's important to keep kids active and engaged, even on snow days. Check out these fun Snow Day activities! https://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-news/10-activities-to-keep-kids-busy-on-snow-days/55372543

accuweather.com Snow days are exciting for children, but harsh cold and treacherous wintry weather can make it difficult to get outdoors and play.

Every day activities are exciting and educational through the eyes of a child.

Is a Nanny Better Than A Full Time Daycare? | Montessori Kids Universe

Trying to decide between a nanny and preschool? We're here to help! https://montessorikidsuniverse.com/nanny-vs-preschool/

montessorikidsuniverse.com When parents are looking for childcare options, they often discover that they have two main choices: hire a nanny or enroll their child in a preschool or daycare.

“Education must begin at birth.” - Maria Montessori

That Magical Moment Your Preschooler Starts Coloring Inside the Lines

Don’t forget to celebrate even the little milestones! The smallest things can be signs of big changes! https://www.scholastic.com/parents/books-and-reading/raise-a-reader-blog/developmental-milestones-coloring-in-the-lines.html

scholastic.com It seems to happen overnight: Your child goes off to preschool, a master of scribbling. Then, she hands you a piece of artwork that shows she’s tried to color inside the lines for the first time. It’s a big moment — and you deserve to do your proud parent dance as you tape that page to the fri...

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Having problems with whining? Take them on the Montessori way! https://montessorikidsuniverse.com/stop-the-whining/

montessorikidsuniverse.com Whining-Preschool-tantrum-Take action-Relate to them-Be calm - Research has confirmed whining as the most annoying sound to the human ear...

Happy Valentine's Day!

Montessori Geometric Cabinet and it's Role in Montessori Daycare

Even three-year-olds can learn geometry with the Montessori Geometric Cabinet! https://montessorikidsuniverse.com/montessori-geometric-cabinet/

montessorikidsuniverse.com Preschool children are in a sensitive period for language. Their vocabulary is growing, which is why we use the Montessori Geometric Cabinet to teach them!

Creativity is an essential part of any education!

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Our founders are the backbone on which MKU is built! https://montessorikidsuniverse.com/our-founders/

montessorikidsuniverse.com Our (Montessori Kids Universe) MKU Founders lead the work of both advancing Infant to Kindergarden ecducation. They founded MKU, creating Top-Daycare ...

21 African-American History Books to Read with Your Kids

Celebrate Black History Month with your family by reading! https://redtri.com/black-history-books-for-kids/slide/10

redtri.com These books for kids of all ages teach valuable lessons about history, perseverance and standing up for what is right.

Establishing lasting peace is the work of education - Maria Montessori

“Imagination does not become great until human beings, given the courage and strength, use it to create.” - Maria Montessori

It's amazing to see learning in action!

Montessori schools are exceptionally successful. So why aren’t there more of them?

Check out this article on why Montessori schools are great!
https://www.americamagazine.org/politics-society/2018/06/29/montessori-schools-are-exceptionally-successful-so-why-arent-there-more

americamagazine.org The Montessori Method is not only superior to all alternatives, but categorically so.

6 Ways to Promote Your Toddler's Cognitive Development: Daycare

Interested in promoting your toddler's development? The Montessori method has some tips for that. https://montessorikidsuniverse.com/toddlers-cognitive-development/

montessorikidsuniverse.com When your child moves form the baby stage and becomes a toddler, it’s an exciting time. Your child isdiscovering the world and it is time for daycare.

Children are not things to be molded, but people to be unfolded. - Jess Lair

Children can achieve so much with their ingenuity and creativity!

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The Montessori method is often talked about but how does it work? Learn all about our philosophy here. https://montessorikidsuniverse.com/our-philosophy/

montessorikidsuniverse.com Montessori method and Montessori Philosophy at MKU develops life-long learning for your child, from infant through kindergarden. Read more...

Montessori schools are exceptionally successful. So why aren’t there more of them?

Montessori schools are so successful. Why aren't there more of them? https://www.americamagazine.org/politics-society/2018/06/29/montessori-schools-are-exceptionally-successful-so-why-arent-there-more

americamagazine.org The Montessori Method is not only superior to all alternatives, but categorically so.

If help and salvation are to come, they can only come from the children, for the children are the makers of men. - Maria Montessori

Even Montessori infant care is designed to nourish and stimulate young minds!

Montessori Work: Helping New Students Transition to Montessori Daycare

Children adapt to the Montessori method fairly quickly but it still takes some extra help. Learn all about that transition here. https://montessorikidsuniverse.com/montessori-work-daycare/

montessorikidsuniverse.com Students who are new to Montessori daycare need a little extra help to adjust, but fortunately, the transition to Montessori work happens pretty quickly.

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day to all our MKU Families!

Establishing lasting peace is the work of education - Maria Montessori

Reading Aloud to Children: The Montessori Way | Eden Prairie Montessori

Reading aloud to your child is one of the most wonderful ways you can stimulate their mind and imagination. Learn how to do it the Montessori way. https://edenprairiemontessori.com/reading-aloud-to-children-the-montessori-way/

edenprairiemontessori.com When do you start reading aloud to your Montessori child? The answer is simple: as soon as possible! After all, Maria Montessori believed that the sensitive period for language development is between birth and age six. What better time to start reading aloud to your child than when he is in the sens...

Check out our website www.Montessorikidsuniverse.com to learn more about our educational philosophies!

Montessori Teachers and their Role In Early Childhood Education Daycare

Montessori teachers have a unique role. Learn more about it here. https://montessorikidsuniverse.com/montessori-teachers-and-their-role-in-child-education/

montessorikidsuniverse.com Montessori teachers have a role that appears understated, but it is a complex and demanding position. It is more than just serving in a daycare role.

Montessori Knobbed Cylinders Learning Method: Best Montessori Daycare

Not sure what Montessori Knobbed Cylinders are? Learn all about this powerful educational tool here! https://montessorikidsuniverse.com/montessori-knobbed-cylinders/

montessorikidsuniverse.com The Montessori Knobbed Cylinders are the very first sensorial material a child works with. Their daycare purpose is to support visual discrimination skills

The Three Best Parenting Resolutions For The New Year - Positive Parenting Solutions

Looking for some realistic and achievable goals this New Years? Check out some of these parenting New Year's Resolutions. https://www.positiveparentingsolutions.com/parenting/the-three-best-parenting-resolutions-for-the-new-year

positiveparentingsolutions.com What’s on your list of New Year’s resolutions this year? Exercise more? Eat better? Read more? These are all great resolutions—which is why many of us list them year after year, and abandon them within weeks. Instead, why not limit your New Year’s resolutions to actions that can have a drama...

Joy, feeling one's own value, being appreciated and loved by others, feeling useful and capable of production are all factors of enormous value for the human soul. - Maria Montessori

“Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine, and at last you create what you will.” – George Bernard Shaw

“Work hard, be kind and amazing things will happen.” – Conan O’Brien

“Attention is the rarest and purest form of generosity.” —Simone Weil

Do you know the difference between Montessori and traditional child care?

Do you know the difference between Montessori and traditional child care?

Happy New Years! Welcome 2020!

Our students learn best from each other!

The Difference between Montessori Daycare and Traditional Daycare

Are you wondering about the difference between Montessori Daycare and Traditional Daycare? Check out our blog! https://montessorikidsuniverse.com/montessori-daycare-traditional-daycare/

montessorikidsuniverse.com Montessori daycare programs differ from traditional daycares in a few key ways. Montessori stands out as an approach that fosters independence and other...

Happy Kwanzaa to all of our MKU Families

Merry Christmas to all of our MKU Families!

10 Reasons To Involve The Kids In The Kitchen | Fun With Kids

Don’t take on the holiday cooking all by yourself. It’s good for your child's development to help out with cooking! https://www.funwithkids.com/10-reasons-to-involve-the-kids-in-the-kitchen/

funwithkids.com Why should we cook with our kids? Getting kids involved in cooking is helping them to develop their fine motor skills, eye hand coordination, learning what is healthy and what is not and even early co