Dec 12, 2020Your Six Year OldThe Reasoning Mind. Socially and Emotionally this child finds importance in right and wrong. They have an emerging sense of justice and begin to understand and learn abstractly. Peer relationships are extremely important and six year olds want to be liked by others and gravitate towards teamwork and time spent…First Grade2 min readFirst Grade2 min read
Dec 9, 2020Your Five Year OldAdult-Like Individuals Socially and Emotionally, this child is poised and confident. He or she copies adult behavior, sounding and acting grown up. Aware of the rules, this child often defines them for others. Very social and established in their group of friends, they love to play in small groups, fantasy…Child Development2 min readChild Development2 min read
Dec 8, 2020Your Four Year OldParallel to the Teenage Years. Socially and emotionally, this age tends to be bossy or boastful at times. He or she greets people with “Hey!” or “You know what?” Is extremely social and always seeking play with small groups or a close friend. Loyalites can shift frequently, these children can…Montessori Parenting2 min readMontessori Parenting2 min read
Dec 8, 2020Your Three Year OldAsserting Independence Socially and Emotionally this age tends to gravitate towards time with adults and is imitative of their behavior. They are aware of other peers and may be social, but is generally interested in parallel play. Generally understanding limits, this age wants to please and conform to expectations. Three…Threeyearold2 min readThreeyearold2 min read
Dec 8, 2020Your Two Year OldThe Toddler Years Socially and emotionally, your child’s language is still developing, but can understand most of what they hear. This is an age of testing, as they are exercising their will and want to know the consequences of their behavior. Tantrums are frequent as they have trouble expressing themselves…Montessori Parenting2 min readMontessori Parenting2 min read
