Nazanine Pineda

May 24, 2022
Freedom and Discipline with Toddler at La Jolla Montessori School

Blending Freedom and Discipline in …

When toddlers as young as 18 months enter La Jolla Montessori School, their world—and their place in it—becomes immediately larger. This first opportunity to connect with […]
July 10, 2022
Girl learning how to button and unbutton clothes at La Jolla Montessori School

Prepare for Your Child’s Growth

The timeframe between ages two thru six years is the most influential time for parents to build bonds, establish routines and grow their children’s confidence, engagement […]
July 21, 2022
Child learning fine motor skills by learning to sew at La Jolla Montessori school

Ways to Inspire Your Child Towards …

Parents, are you ready to take on a new challenge? Here are ways to inspire your child! 1. Show Love  Children grow and thrive in the […]
July 21, 2022
Girl learning to cut fruit in an Early Education Program at La Jolla Montessori School

A Montessori Perspective on Transit …

Should a four year-old attend a preschool with an early education program? There are many research studies that have shown that a quality early education program, […]
August 23, 2022

Encouragement vs. Praise

For many parents, praising their children is a natural response to their participation and effort.  Many of us grew up receiving praise from our own parents.  […]
September 12, 2022
Separation Anxiety

Separation Anxiety: Is My Toddler R …

Separation anxiety is common for young children.  For children, it’s caused by the fear of being away from their parents or caregivers.   It can be […]
November 2, 2022
Sensorial Curriculum

Sensorial Curriculum

The Montessori approach provides enriched development to the senses That Overwhelming Feeling Our day-to-day lives consist of multi-sensory experiences. Processing multi-sensory experiences are different for each […]
November 4, 2022
Fantasy Play

Concerns of Superhero Fantasy Play

One of the most important ideas in early childhood education is the concept that young children absorb the world around them.  It is this sponge-like capacity […]
November 4, 2022
Importance of Family Mealtime

Gathering to Grow: The Importance o …

Connection Building Family mealtime is one of the most important traditions you can introduce to your family. The time spent together over a meal gives your […]