The Montessori Toddler : A Parent's Guide to Raising a Curious and Responsible Human Being

Turn your home into a Montessori home-and become a more mindful, attentive, and easy-going parent. It's time to change the way we see toddlers. Using the principles developed by the educator Dr. Maria Montessori, Simone Davies shows how to turn life with a "terrible two" into a mutually rich and rewarding time of curiosity, learning, respect, and discovery. With hundreds of practical ideas for every aspect of living with a toddler, here are five principles for feeding your child's natural curiosity, from "Trust in the child" to "Fostering a sense of wonder." Step-by-step ways to cultivate daily routines with ease, like brushing teeth, toilet-training, dealing with siblings, losing the pacifier. Plus learn how to: * Stay composed when your toddler is not and set limits with love and respect-without resorting to bribes or punishment * Set up your home and get rid of the chaos * Create Montessori activities that are just right for your one-to-three-year-old * Raise an inquisitive learner who loves exploring the world around them * See the world through your toddler's eyes and be surprised and delighted by their perspective * Be your child's guide-and truly celebrate every stage