Everyday situations
The recurring sticking points of family life — solved the Montessori way, step by step. Every answer is reviewed by our Montessori teacher. Choose by your child's age.
Ages 1–3
Child Refuses to Brush Teeth – How to End the Bedtime Battle
My child refuses to brush their teeth and it ends in tears every evening — what can I do?
How Many Toys Should Be Out at Once? Montessori Tips
How do I choose toys, and how many should be out at the same time?
What to Do When Your Child Hits or Throws Things
My child is throwing things or hitting — what should I do?
Bedtime Without Tears – A Calm Nighttime Routine for Toddlers
How do I set up bedtime the Montessori way?
When Your Child Wants to Do Everything Alone But Can't Yet
How do I handle it when my child wants to do things "by myself" but isn't quite able to yet?
Household Chores Toddlers (Age 1–3) Can Actually Help With
What "practical life" chores can a 1–3-year-old actually help with at home?
Picky Eaters & Chaotic Mealtimes – How to Build Independence at the Table
Mealtimes are chaotic — how do I help my child eat more independently?
How to Support Your Child's Language Development Before They Start Talking
How do I support language development before my child is talking much?
How to Handle Toddler Meltdowns in the Store — Staying Calm
My child has a meltdown in the store or on the floor — how do I respond calmly?
Morning Dressing Battles – How to Build a Calmer Routine
How do I make the morning dressing routine something my child actually wants to take part in?
Ages 3–6 (Casa)
How to Encourage Independence When Your Child Wants Help with Everything
My child wants help with everything — how do I encourage independence?
How to Set Screen Time Limits Without a Battle
How much screen time is okay, and how do I set limits without it turning into a fight?
How to Help Your Child Put Words to Their Feelings
How do we talk about feelings so our child learns to put words to them?
How to Mediate Sibling Fights the Montessori Way
Sibling conflicts — how do I mediate them the Montessori way?
Fine Motor Activities at Home to Prepare Kids for Writing
What activities build fine motor skills (in preparation for writing) at home?
How to Teach Your Child to Take Responsibility for Their Own Things
How do I teach my child to take responsibility for their own belongings (tidying up, hanging up their jacket)?
How to Handle Toddler Defiance and "No" Without Power Struggles
How do I handle defiance and "no" without it turning into a power struggle?
How to Help Your Child Focus and Concentrate
My child struggles to concentrate — how can I help them stay focused?
Fun Ways to Introduce Numbers and Counting at Home
How do I introduce numbers and counting at home in a playful way?
How to Spark an Interest in Letters When Your Child Doesn't Care
My child shows no interest in letters — how do I encourage a love of reading without forcing it?
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