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There are many toys out there that claim to be Montessori and you’ve probably seen the term “Montessori toys” being thrown around on gift guides...

These simple activities bring together sensory exploration, scientific inquiry, creative expression and hands-on building. With a few favorite Guidecraft products and materials gathered from nature, children can follow their curiosity, experiment with new ideas and discover the many ways learning unfolds through play.

Montessori is an educational philosophy that is built on the understanding of children’s natural need for movement, independence, and self-direction. An organized and prepared environment that supports independence, order, and self-discovery can be implemented for any family. Here's 5 ways to prepare your home for Montessori-inspired play. 

Once you know what to look for, you'll start seeing constructivism everywhere, including in things you're probably already doing at home or seeing happen in your child’s classroom.

The way clay is offered to children matters. Offering clay in varied forms communicates that there is no single way to begin, and that the material is rich enough to hold many different entry points and ideas. 

Many families have more than one child, and creating a space that truly supports each of them can feel like an impossible task. This project became a wonderful case study of how one room can be designed to hold three children of completely different ages, without letting one overshadow the others. 

From classic indoor art centers with built-in storage to versatile studios and durable outdoor tables, there are several options to choose from. To make it easier to choose the right version for your family, we're comparing six Guidecraft art tables side by side.

When you invite children to join you in the kitchen, there are many activities you can offer to stimulate their curiosity and enrich their minds....