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We are pretty minimalist, so there isn't much out at a time. Otherwise, kids turn it into a free for all and then the task of clean up is too much for them.

Believe me, there are days where all this is covered in salt dough, fingerpaint, and 'projects'. If you look at the blog, you'll see how it looks in action. Not so perfect, but that fact that its being used so regularly makes it all worth while. Google "Montessori Prepared Environment" and you'll see what I mean! Thanks again, everyone.

Bookcase is from One Step Ahead, it can be personalized.

I love it! My oldest has asked for an American Girl birthday, this is an inspiration! Love the cookies :)

My children are in public school, but we are a Montessori family. I believe in the power of a neighborhood school, so my children attend with their neighbors. I am a trained Montessori Teacher with a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Our home is designed with Montessori Principles, as this was my Master's Thesis Project.

It may seem to be common sense to some, but in Dr. Montessori's time- she was the first to break the old rules of 'children should be seen and not heard', and that children are valuable members of society. I suggest doing some research. Montessori isn't just about educational gains, it's about valuing the children in the family and viewing children as the future. Look for information at AMI or AMS and you'll see that Montessori isn't just a fad.

Whatever opinion you come to, can you see the beauty in these rooms? The adults considered the children beyond a sleeping place. Lovely!

I am freaking out over every last detail. That bed is adorable. This is all perfect!!

Hey, I know Julie :)

I love Bear's new room! Purple is my favorite, too. Adorable work, Julie. She must be busy in there!

Peace,
Jessie from The Education of Ours

Grimm makes great toys. Our Grimm mobiles are the charm of the room.

I'm probably going to make all of these! Thanks for the round up!

We have navy blue orams from Pottery Barn. Well worth the $, its their favorite toy and they use it for EVERYTHING. They will probably pass them down to their children. Not pink!!!

I'm noticing a trend...laws are passed where good knowledge and parental choice would have been used. My kids sleep on floor mats....I wonder what they'd say to that!