Creating Rhythm: Calendars
by Olynda Smith, AMS Certified Montessori Teacher and Simplicity Parenting Family Life Coach Is it a Green Dot day? “Is it a green dot day?” is a question I get nearly...
Women’s History Month: Spotlight on Maria Montessori
by Gabrielle Kotkov, AMI Certified Montessori Teacher Who was Maria Montessori? Maria Montessori was an influential woman who changed the world with her insightful and effective educational methods. Born in...
Less Pressure, More Calm
by Olynda Smith, AMS Certified Montessori Teacher and Simplicity Parenting Family Life Coach Want less pressure and more calm? Last week we began exploring the Simplicity Parenting practice of creating...
Want less conflict and more calm? Find your rhythm
by Olynda Smith, AMS Certified Montessori Teacher and Simplicity Parenting Life Coach.Are you looking for ways to minimize parental overwhelm while also increasing connection with and cooperation from your children?...
Don't let "perfect" get in your way
by Olynda Smith, AMS Certified Montessori TeacherIf setting up a “perfect” home play space seems daunting to you, you are not alone. Here are four things to keep in mind...
What the heck are Montessori toys, anyway?
By Olynda Smith, AMS Certified Early Childhood Montessori Teacher A quick search for educational toys is sure to reveal a number of toys described as Montessori toys. If you are confused...
Growing the Environment with Your Child
by Olynda Smith Children and babies are deeply impacted by the sights, sounds, smells and opportunities for exploration and play that they have around them. Montessorians call all these things...
Set Your Play Space Up For Success
In this how-to guide, our Director of Education, Olynda Smith, walks you through the best practices for setting up your play space for newborns, babies and toddlers.
Our Holiday Values
As we approach the holidays, we’ve been reflecting on how Tiny Earth Toys can live our values in a season of overconsumption and overwhelm.Â
Supporting Early Reading
Question: My child is not quite ready to read but making strides there. What can I do to foster that learning curve?  Hello! Thank you for asking this question!...
When Your Child Says "I can't! I can't!"
How can I help my daughter stop saying, "I can't" when something is hard. I've tried talking to her about the importance of not giving up, and that even when...
The Pencil Grip
To begin, it is important to incorporate fine motor activities into your child's routine. Fine motor activities allow your child to build the necessary muscles in their fingers and wrists...