How Many Spots Does A Ladybug Have? How many spots does a ladybug have? Well, let us count the ways! This cute little iconic beetle is probably one of the first bug creatures that has enamored your kids. I think every parent gets super excited to be able to introduce one to your child, am […]
If you haven’t read our blog post on the Fascination of Hibernation yet, make sure you head on over there to check it out. Did you know there are 3 types of hibernation? In this post we share 5 fun hibernation study activities you can easily add into your curriculum or home learning resources. Children […]
What do animal tracks in the snow tell us about animal activity during the winter? Some animals hibernate, and some don’t. Depending on the animal, hibernation can last a few days or a few months. Read on to learn many more unusual facts about the fascination of hibernation. Make sure you read our other blog […]
Education that Fosters Curiosity My background as a parent of two children who attended a Montessori school is the driving force behind Puzzle Heads Educational Products. The reason I chose a Montessori education for my children was largely because it encouraged the childrens’ natural sense of curiosity. Learning in a Montessori program is joyful and […]
The Emphasis of Puzzles in the Montessori Classroom When you think about it, there is probably no other educational philosophy that places such emphasis on the use of puzzles in the classroom. In fact, in Montessori schools puzzles are not just in the classroom as random activities that children can take out when there is […]
“Have I got a story for you!” No matter what you are doing, if someone gives you that opener, your curiosity is undoubtedly piqued. It’s the kind of introduction that ensures you will probably be laughing at someone’s blunders, sharing in someone’s successes or commiserating in someone’s failures. You can be sure there will be […]
If you are travelling in the central coastal region of British Columbia and think you may have seen a ghost, you’re probably right. You blink your eyes just to make sure, but you are now certain you see a large, pure white, slow moving figure emerge from the foggy rainforest. You hold your breath. Aside from […]
Rubbing Plate Activities Have you ever used rubbing plates before? Rubbing plates are double sided plastic plates, with each side producing somewhat different effects. They can be used as texture for a variety of techniques, including rubbings with paint sticks, transfer crayons or watercolour. Foiling, gelatin prints, impressions in clay and more. They can be […]
Conifer Trees in the Winter Winter is the perfect time of the year to examine evergreen branches of conifer trees. The deciduous trees are still dormant, most flowers are still sleeping too, but conifers are painting the town green! Exploring nature is not only fun for young children, but as Maria Montessori maintained, nature should […]
What’s Your Superpower? Have you seen the slogans and memes asking “What’s your superpower?”. You can fill in that blank with pretty much anything. Yet we still don’t see enough support for the incredible superpowers of women in STEM. The Power of Association We all know how easily seeing or experiencing something can spark the […]
