By Liza Hubbell Have you noticed that your student is focused on finding a friend? At the 9-12 age, children can hyper-focus on peer relationships; they are actively engaged in what Dr. Montessori called, “the construction of the social self.” It is an age at which the value of friendship is paramount, and intricately tied [...]
When school gets out for the summer, kids usually have nothing to do. The social interaction and they once had when they were in school is gone. They’re also not challenging their minds. Summer camps are great way for kids to have a memorable seasonal break from school. When students stay home and have nothing [...]
When summer starts and the kids are home it can be difficult to keep them entertained. You want them to continue to have the social interactions, the learning experiences, and the fun that they experience while in school. But, it can be tough to keep this up, especially if you work full time. A smart [...]
