In my mind minimalism and crafting rarely ever go hand in hand. I am not a crafty person. If a project doesn't have a purpose and can't be used in a meaningful and practical way, it doesn't make sense to even start the project.My youngest daughter thinks very differently.She is very passionate about crafting on a daily basis.Her passion for crafting definitely challenged my minimalist ..read more

Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) is such a rare diagnosis. It's hard to understand who has it and who doesn't, based on when trauma occurred, when behaviors began, and how soon struggles were observed. Due to the complications of receiving a diagnosis of RAD, some seek out famous cases of Reactive Attachment Disorder to compare.Understanding famous cases can help caregivers of ..read more

Enjoying a campfire is one of my favorite summer activities. My children enjoy it as well, especially if there are s'mores involved.I couldn't resist creating several Campfire Activities for Kids with Free Printables for all to enjoy.These activities and printables are perfect for ALL children in Montessori preschool and elementary classrooms, no matter a child's skills or abilities.The campfire ..read more

An outdoor carnival party for kids can be so much fun, except when weather doesn't cooperate. In those situations an indoor carnival party for kids can be just as fun!Part of our rainy day Memorial Day celebration last year included an indoor carnival party at our home.The kids had an absolute blast.Here are all the details!An Indoor Carnival Party for KidsOur indoor carnival party for ..read more

The front entryway is the first part of the home that others see when they walk in through the front door. It's the first introduction to Minimalism and Montessori as well.Our front entryway leads straight to our living room, kitchen, and upstairs. Today I'm excited to share another part of our minimalist Montessori home tour!A Minimalist Montessori Home Tour: The Front EntrywayThe ..read more

My teens found out some of their friends had never seen Jurassic Park before and decided they needed to throw a Jurassic Park Party.They went all out on this one with decor, themed food, and great entertainment.What I loved most about this party was that it was planned and carried out by teens, with minimal help from Mom and Dad.Friends seemed to enjoy themselves and now everyone who was here has ..read more

 It is with the gracious permission of my husband that I share this post with you. Enjoy a day in the life of my autistic husband!Many are interested about what our marriage looks like day to day with my husband being on the autism spectrum and also having ADHD and an anxiety disorder.I will be honest, it's taken many years to figure out what works best in our marriage, while meeting my ..read more

Dressing independently is something that almost every child learns at some point. There are many children (and teens) who really struggle with this process for a variety of reasons.Some children need extra dressing supports.They may struggle with coordination and fine motor tasks.Others may have a hard time with sensory experiences related to clothing.There are others who struggle with ..read more

Two of my children have had extreme anxiety when it's come to stormy whether.I learned very quickly that there was no way I could eliminate the fear that overcame then during a storm.Instead I decided to help them in a different way.Storms can not be prevented, but we can be prepared for when they come.A Storm Kit for Kids has made all the difference when bad weather strikes.A Storm Kit for Kids ..read more

 Every child at some point will learn about world history, including the study of Ancient Egypt.These Montessori-inspired activities for elementary learners are perfect to aid in that process.They break down concepts into the simplest terms and cover so many aspects of the ancient civilization.Whether you're looking for ways to learn vocabulary, geography, culture, or number concepts, this ..read more