The Kavanaugh Report

 There's something a little overwhelming about buying stocking stuffers for me. I want something that isn't just little junk that is going to fall apart, I want it to meet my children's interests, and be something that they are actually going to use. But, it also needs to be small and affordable. And there needs to be more than one - ahh!  I have some go-to ideas that I fall back on for my kids every year - socks and underwear, for sure. Our stockings typically include five or six items plus a couple of candy/treat options. While some of it is small toys, I also like to explore some practical options that fit their current interests without feeling un-fun. So I thought I would share some more Montessori friendly practical stocking stuffers ideas.  Practical Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Kids I highly recommend following your child's developmental stage and interests when considering what gifts to give them. But here are some ideas by age for inspiration: Babies  Fleece ...

Oh I just love Montessori toddlerhood. There is so much goodness in watching your child perfect all the skills that they have learned up until this point. Walking through life with so much confidence, having such strong convictions, and just so much energy.   Penelope is coming down to her final months as a 2-year-old. As excited as I am to watch my baby move on into the next phase in her development, I'm savoring these last few months with a toddler-toddler. And we are just slowly living life here at home. I thought I would share a few of the things that keep us both busy all day at 2. Montessori Toddler Favorites at 2-years-old I can't possibly share everything she does. But, I have broken down into a few areas and I'm hitting her favorites that she comes back to time and time again. Remember that this is specific to Penelope and might look different to your 2-year-old. Use this as inspiration but take time to observe and prepare your environment specifically for your chi...