It's incredible what young children can do when given the right opportunities. A big reason they could accomplish so much was the way their classroom was intentionally set up with the students’ needs and abilities in mind. The exciting part is that you can bring this same approach to your home, and the positive impact it has on children's independence and development is remarkable.

Spring is the perfect time to connect children with the natural world, and what better way than through gardening? For the Montessori child, gardening is about more than planting seeds; it's about nurturing curiosity, instilling respect for living things, and learning to care for the world around them. Let’s look at some ways we can start nurturing those little green thumbs!

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