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As the year 2023 winds down, I find myself in a reflective mood, looking back on a year that was rich with learning, growth, and meaningful experiences in the world of Early Childhood Education (ECE). This journey, shared with you – a vibrant…

Empowering Children Through the Maria Montessori Method of Education: Engage, Explore, Discover In my journey as an educator, first and foremost, the Maria Montessori method of education holds a special place. Why, you might ask? Because it places…

Hello, passionate educators! Our last rendezvous around the Montessori Practical Life area helped us understand its significance in early childhood education. This time, we’re going one step further. Let’s delve into how you can enrich your…

As early childhood educators, we’re always seeking strategies and approaches that best nurture the growth and development of our young learners. One such approach that has gained significant attention and merits exploration is “child-led” learning.…

Wondering How To Get Started Addressing Workplace Child Care Issues? Jane Boyd has prepared this video as a starting place for employees and employers to watch who are interested in finding ways to begin addressing workplace child care issues and who…

The term ‘Montessori’ has resonated deeply within the global education community, notably in the sphere of early childhood education. Dr. Maria Montessori’s revolutionary teaching methods have shaped the foundation of many educational institutions…

Mindfulness is the practice of present moment awareness. It is a way of paying attention to the here and now without judgment. Mindfulness can be practiced by people of all ages, including young children. As an early childhood educator, you can…

Mindfulness is the practice of present moment awareness. It is a way of paying attention to the here and now without judgment. Mindfulness can be practiced by people of all ages, including young children. As an early childhood educator, you can…

Practical life activities are an important part of the Montessori Method. They provide opportunities for children to learn essential life skills and help them develop physically, emotionally, and cognitively. These activities also promote…

Practical life activities are an important part of the Montessori Method. They provide opportunities for children to learn essential life skills and help them develop physically, emotionally, and cognitively. These activities also promote…

A Look at Montessori Practical Life The Montessori Practical Life area of the classroom plays a very important role within a Montessori or a Montessori-inspired program. Montessori practical life materials are the first activities a child is…

Are you thinking about starting a child care program in your community? Or do you already have a program but feel like it could use some enhancement? If so, then you may want to consider hiring a child care consultant. Child care consultants are…

Early childhood educators have one of the most important jobs in the world. They are responsible for caring for and helping to shape the minds of young children — with the goal of supporting children to develop into happy, healthy adults. However,…

When it comes to Montessori there are a range of common questions that come up. One look at Google and it is easy to see that people search for a range of information about Dr. Maria Montessori and the Montessori Method of Education. This blog post…

Do you see it? The focus. The concentration. It is possible in even the youngest of children. So look for focus. Look for concentration. Look for attention in action. And nurture it. Support it. Cultivate it. Where focus exists so does potential.…

Liz Strauss was a Master Teacher In September 2020, we lost both a friend and significant influencer of the work we do here at 45 Conversations. Liz Strauss was an international business strategist, coach and educational product designer. We were…

What is Montessori independence? As the parent of 3 children who each attended Montessori preschool and elementary school I can attest to the level of independence that is possible for young children. Jackets are something that parents and educators…

On September 17, 2020 many of Liz’s friends, colleagues and family members came together in celebration of her memory. Not a funeral, but something unique in the spirit that we believe would have made her smile. Liz never wanted to be on a pedestal,…

I’ve been thinking a lot about loose parts play. For many different reasons. Over the next few months I’ll be sharing more about loose parts play from various different perspectives. Play and exploration is perhaps one of the most magical parts of…

“If you love, you know that just as flowers need dirt, sad things can make a large heart even larger and able to love even more.”~ @LizStrauss When news spread of Liz Strauss’s passing, the outpouring of love and support from those who love her has…