Children as young as toddlers have a strong desire and drive to participate in family life. Preparing food, baking, serving, and cleaning up are all gratifying activities that directly support your child’s natural development as well as your family well-being. "Confidence, competence, and … [Read more...]
Project H – Health & Nutrition
Sometimes it takes the inspiration and excitement of a child's research to change our course. During Montessori Tides most recent Parent Education Night, Ms. Nancy lent her platform to Cady and Carly, two upper elementary students. These lovely ladies with the support of Ms. Danielle and the … [Read more...]
Montessori Tides: Dough Recipe
Peppermint Scented Play Dough Peppermint scented play dough with glitter is a wonderful sensorial activity children can enjoy throughout the holiday season as well as a thoughtful gift a child can make for friends and family. Here's what you'll need: 2 cups flour 1 cup salt 2 tablespoons … [Read more...]
Sunshine Muffin Recipe
Ingredients 2 Cups White whole wheat flour (or other) 1 tsp. baking soda 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 20 oz crushed Pineapple in juice drained 1 - 2 tsp. lemon zest 1/2 - 1 Cup raw sugar Directions Preheat oven 350 degrees. Grease muffin tins (12 muffin tray). Whisk dry ingredients. … [Read more...]
Favorite Holiday Meals: Stuffed Celery
Stuffed Celery Every family has at least one “must have” Thanksgiving dish. You know that one dish if it doesn’t appear on the table, people start to whisper, “Ummm… did she really not make that this year?" Without it, Thanksgiving just isn't the same. For some it’s the stuffing, for others the … [Read more...]
Spring Chopped Salad [Recipe]
I love Madison, a 24-year old writer and editor living in Iowa. I was first introduced to her amazing Autumn Chopped Salad by my aunt. I immediately fell in love with her recipe because of how simple it was to make, not to mention, refreshing to eat. Creativity in the kitchen has never really been … [Read more...]
Ants on a Log
Montessori Tides is a promoter of healthy eating habits. Our parents provide snack for the entire class on a rotating basis. At the beginning of the school year an appropriate snack schedule is sent home listing any foods that could be a hindrance to a student’s diet. Typically families provide … [Read more...]
Apple Spice Clay
One of the things I love most is how seamlessly Montessori incorporates holiday and seasonal materials into everyday work, allowing children to experience the holiday throughout the whole season. Working with clay is great for developing fine motor skills. By adding a little holiday spice to a … [Read more...]
Zucchini Bread Recipe
Zucchini Bread Submitted by: Jennifer Lawson Prep time: 30 min Cook time: 1 hr Makes 2 loaves Great for freezing! 2 1/2 cups shredded zucchini (about 3 medium)* 1 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/2 cup canola oil 3 eggs 2 tsp pure vanilla extract 3/4 cup sugar 1 1/2 cups all purpose … [Read more...]
Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Chocolate Chip Cookies (with chick peas!) Submitted by: Jennifer Lawson Prep Time: 20 min Makes (at least) 2 dozen cookies From Jessica Seinfeld's "Deceptively Delicious" nonstick cooking spray 1 cup firmly packed light or dark brown sugar 3/4 cup trans-fat-free soft tub margarine … [Read more...]
