As a parent with a child in the public school system you may feel overwhelmed by the amount of paper-based homework your young child receives. This is not the case for children at Children’s House in most accredited Montessori schools. Why don’t the students in Children’s House bring home a lot of paperwork? The work the … [Read more...]
Many cat owners are under the misconception that cats are born to be outside. Cats face many dangerous challenges when left to wander the streets day or night. Here are some good reasons to keep kitty inside: Many cat owners do not realize that cats are susceptible to certain diseases that can be contracted when outdoors. Even if up … [Read more...]
When you think of a school and the traditional-style classrooms, you probably envision a single grade per class. Of course, sometimes, due to odd numbers or crowding in classrooms, there may be classes split between two grades and this is often met with concern from parents and apologies from school administrators. In the Montessori system, … [Read more...]
True dog lovers may not realize that some of their dog’s actions are considered “bad” behaviour. If your dog does any of the following socially, they may be misbehaving: If your dog has a tendency to bark at every Tom, Dick and Harry that passes by your house, this can be very annoying to neighbours and passers by. If your dog … [Read more...]
You can try, but you probably won’t be able to keep your child off the internet for very long. The internet is an invaluable source of information, entertainment and social connection, particularly for the younger generation. As a parent, however, you are also aware of the potential dangers that lurk behind every internet search. Helping your … [Read more...]
There are many benefits to welcoming a mature pet into your home. Puppies and kittens need hours of training. Mature cats and dogs usually have already been trained. Give yourselves time to meet with the animal before you make your final decision. There are often places you can sit with the animal away from the rest of the cages. As well, … [Read more...]
How does the Montessori Elementary Program compare to other private schools? Before deciding to enroll your child in a private school, you will most likely want to check out the various options available to you. Most private schools have a philosophy upon which their program is built and it is important that the school you choose for your child … [Read more...]
There are many ways you can include your pet when living a greener life. Look for biodegradable products when shopping for pet supplies. There are many options starting with biodegradable doggie litter bags. It is not uncommon to see dog owners out walking their dogs with a leash in one hand and plastic bag with dog litter in the other. The … [Read more...]
Like it or not, the world runs according to the clock. Imagine the chaos if there were no schedules and everything just happened randomly. The clock puts an order to every aspect of our lives and it’s no different for your child when it comes to school. According to Ann Bianco-Harvey of TMS School, “Students that arrive late to school … [Read more...]
Finding ways to keep your pet active can sometimes be a challenge. Here are some great ideas to keep your pet on the move, rain or shine! Toys can be a pet’s best friend and can keep them busy even when you are not home. Cats will love any toy with cat nip and will spend hours chasing them throughout the house! Small dogs love chasing a ball … [Read more...]