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Now Enrolling for Fall 2018

At Little Genius Montessori, we understand the importance of Early Childhood Education for all ages. Montessori encourages learning in a natural way that promotes child independence and socialization in a positive environment. Learning begins at Little Genius Montessori as an infant and continues on through Kindergarten. Children learn at their own pace, go outside daily […]

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Top 5 Reasons Your Child Needs to Play Outside

Let’s be real, living in the Pacific Northwest brings it’s challenges to get active and be outside with your children all year-round, especially in the rain!  It’s time to get active & get outside. Here’s the Top 5 reasons your child needs to play outside: 1)  Physical Play.  Children should have at least 60 (or

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3 Tips for Mastering your Child’s Bedtime

Preschools near me Bedtime can often be a struggle when you have a toddler or preschool age child at home. Read below for 3 tips on creating a successful bedtime routine for you and your child.  -Be consistent with a bedtime. Preschool age children should be getting 10-13 hours a night. Keep the same bedtime 7

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Emotional Intelligence

Montessori educates the whole child, this means not only building his educational abilities but also promoting emotional intelligence. Check out the articles below to help your child with his emotional intelligence. Us adults just might pick up some new skills too! https://www.gottman.com/blog/helping-little-ones-big-emotions/ https://www.gottman.com/blog/positive-parenting-accept-feelings-limit-actions/ To learn more about Little Genius Montessori’s philosophy and promoting emotional intelligence, call to schedule

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What Do Children Learn in a Montessori Primary Preschool Classroom?

Little Genius Montessori is proud to use Dr. Maria Montessori’s method in our preschool classrooms.  Our Primary environments welcome children ages 3 through Kindergarten-age, where they learn using a wide range of hands-on, age-appropriate activities.  Children in the classroom are encouraged to take care of their own personal needs, such as changing their own clothes

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