Author:

Kristin

Our First Nations Friends

Dear Parents,   This week’s news weighs heavy on our heart, as information unfolds about the sad and tragic discovery at the former residential school

Essential Reading

To understand our philosophy on the need for a natural environment for your children, we recommend three essential books:  Last Child in the Woods by Richard Louv;   Nurturing

The Absorbent Mind

The Absorbent Mind was Maria Montessori’s most in-depth work on her educational theory, based on decades of scientific observation of children. Anyone looking to better

Let Nature be Your Teacher

It is no surprise to see the children’s hunger to be outside after the egregious confinements of the Covid pandemic.  For decades, expert leaders in

Maria’s Wisdom

“If teaching is to be effective with young children, it must assist them to advance on the way to independence.  It must initiate them into

Let there be LIGHT!

Are you noticing all the lights and decorations in people’s yards and gardens? I’m sure I’m not the only one decorating outside for the first

Mask Against Fear

During intensified covid restrictions, we are being called upon to pay close attention to the mental atmosphere surrounding our children.   If we make a

On the Topic of True Authority

I expect you are among the many around the world questioning just what is our true authority. This is a valid query, and the response