Summer boredom creeping in already? Not on our Montessori watch! This playful to-do list is packed with 14 sunshine-loving activities to beat the heat and build independence, all topped off with a free Montessori Essentials Checklist to keep your momentum going.

Is Montessori too strict…or too loose? Maybe you’ve seen both extremes online and wondered what’s real. We’re going to unpack the truth about “freedom within limits” and explain what it actually looks like at home. If you’re craving a balanced, joyful way to nurture your child’s independence and curiosity, you’re going to love this one.

When parents discover Montessori, they want it all, and they want it now. But here’s the truth: Montessori isn’t something you can cram into a box and ship to your door. It’s not a 20-minute task or a checklist to complete. It’s a relationship, a way of seeing your child, following their natural development, and building a homeschool life that feels joyful, connected, and aligned with your family’s values.

You’re ready to teach your three year-old a Montessori lesson, but he just won’t sit still. Try these movement-based adaptations to spark joy and focus. No sitting required!

Struggling to structure your Montessori homeschool day? Discover why routines—not rigid schedules—are the secret to peaceful, child-led learning at home.

The shelf is perfect. The materials are ready. But your child isn’t interested, and you’re wondering if you messed it all up. Sweet friend, you didn’t. You just need to start here.

You can’t buy your way into Montessori. And you definitely can’t guess your way in. Montessori at home begins not with materials, but with observation—truly seeing your child. In this post, Child of the Redwoods shares a clear, confidence-boosting 3-step roadmap to help you move from overwhelm to clarity and connection. Whether you're just getting started or feeling stuck, this gentle guide will help you find your rhythm and make your next step count.

Forget the Pinterest-perfect lists of a hundred things to buy. This warm and grounded guide shares the real essentials—Montessori materials that are worth the investment (or a fun DIY). With heartfelt reflections and personal recommendations, Aubrey breaks down her top picks in Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Math, and Cultural—so you can stop second-guessing and start homeschooling with confidence and joy. Spoiler: your love and presence matter more than anything on this list.

You don’t need white walls, wooden toys, or Instagram-worthy shelves to do Montessori right. In this heartfelt guide, Aubrey shares how her living room evolved into a learning space—not by spending thousands or starting from scratch, but by observing her children, rearranging furniture, and making space for real life. Whether your living room is tidy or full of toys and laundry baskets, it can still be the heart of a thriving Montessori homeschool.

You won’t find color-coded charts or jam-packed schedules here. Just a real story from a mom who chose slow mornings, outdoor adventures, and trust in her child’s development over rigid structure. In this post, Aubrey shares what a typical homeschool day looked like when her children were preschoolers, offering a beautiful reminder that you don’t need to do more—you need to notice more. This is real Montessori for real families.

Your dining table isn’t just for meals—it’s where math gets real, conversations flow, and toddlers learn the art of carrying soup without spilling it. In this joyful and practical post, Aubrey shows how the dining space can become the beating heart of your Montessori homeschool. With ideas for accessibility, beauty, independence, and connection, you’ll see your ordinary table in an extraordinary new light.