Challenge & Fun Blog

Last week we delved into the live of Rudolf Steiner. Today we introduce Maria Montessori, her life, philosophy and legacy. Maria Montessori is a name that has become synonymous with progressive education and a revolutionary approach to child development. Born in Chiaravalle, Italy in 1870, Montessori's life was marked by perseverance and a deep passion for education.

Ode to the Working Mother Amidst the chaos of daily life,The working mom stands tall and strong,Balancing tasks and endless strife,Her spirit never yielding to wrong....

Many of our customers are familiar with Waldorf Education, whether they are Waldorf school teachers, parents with children in a Waldorf school, or otherwise heard of Waldorf Education. Not everyone knows about the man behind the movement and philosophy. We want to take a few moments today to introduce you to the founder of Waldorf schools, Rudolf Steiner.

Learn how to grow your own grass for Easter baskets from Taryn at Wooly Moss Roots. A wonderful, kid-friendly project with beautiful results. And check out our Easter Collection for creative basket ideas!  Children can participate in this entire process; it's a great hands-on project. I think many children enjoy how tactile it is. And it's great to have another excuse to get your hands dirty and dig in the soil! To make your spring baskets, first choose your baskets. Look for baskets that are rounded on the bottom because the shape makes for such wonderful, grassy nests. I cover our...