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Child of the Redwoods: Podcast

Child of the Redwoods

We make Montessori education fun, affordable, and accessible to families at home. Curriculum and support for homeschooling parents at www.childoftheredwoods.com. Aubrey Hargis, M.Ed. is an author, parent coach, and educational consultant best known for her empathetic approach and appreciation for the magic of childhood. David Hargis, M.A., is an educator and technologist who has made things for all kinds of learners - from K-12 to college to adult. Together, they founded Child of the Redwoods in

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35:31

Montessori Essentials: Moveable Alphabet

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2023/03/24

Teach your child to WRITE before they learn to READ. Here's how. Everyone wants to teach their child to read. Literacy is a crucial life skill! But how? ...in 100 easy lessons? ...with baby flashcards? ...apps or an online subscription? Don't buy the hype. Maria Montessori discovered a learning-to-read strategy that works for just about every child in just about every language, and it involves a simple, easily DIY-able material: the moveable alphabet. But first, you need to understand that before we

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44:44

Montessori Essentials: Behold! The Mighty Scrubber!

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2023/03/17

Not every Montessori material calls to every child. This is one reason why there are so many materials in a classroom. Every child gets to choose the work that makes their heart sing. But as a homeschool mama and a classroom teacher, there is one material that is almost sure to be a huge winner at some point in a child's life: the humble (and mighty!) scrubber. Scrubbers are just one of the 21 essential Montessori materials we love. Download your own FREE copy of our full list of Montessori

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31:41

Getting the Most Out of Your Montessori Materials...

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2023/03/10

Sometimes materials sit on the shelves for a while, and while initially interesting, they can start feeling stale. What’s a Montessori parent to do?! Aubrey & David will illuminate this common issue while sharing a snapshot into the daily life of a Montessori family. Get our list of 21 Essential Montessori materials here: www.childoftheredwoods.com/essentials Take our quiz to find out which Child of the Redwoods program is right for you: www.childoftheredwoods.com/decide

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48:01

Geometric Solids: Playing with Shapes Is Fun!

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2023/03/03

The geometric solids are a Montessori Essential in our book! They not only give children a concrete impression of 3D shapes, they open up the door to understanding their world in a new way! Everyone is welcome - this is a free 30 minute event, so invite your friends! Geometric solids are just one of the 21 essential Montessori materials we love. Download your own FREE copy of our full list of Montessori Essentials at https://www.childoftheredwoods.com/essentials

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38:36

No Shelves? No Problem! with Adri

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2023/02/24

We've all seen those perfect Montessori shelves on social media, but do you really need them to "do Montessori"? Spoiler Alert -- You Don't! Join Aubrey and David as they discuss strategies for shelving solutions for EVERY BUDGET! They'll also highlight a real-life Montessori parent and Child of the Redwoods alum Adriana! To learn more about our work and get our free resources, visit us online at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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43:53

These Montessori Beads are Golden Treasures

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2023/02/17

Golden beads are a staple for Montessori families! They’re easily DIY-able, and easy to grab when you do addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division with your child. They are truly treasures, and Aubrey and David can’t wait to talk about why they are a Montessori Essential. To learn more about our work and get our free resources, visit us online at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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51:22

Hands-On Learning is Montessori Learning

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2023/02/10

Playdough, homemade salt dough, or anything else moldable lets your kids create their own topographical maps and explore how these features appear on the earth. There are so many ways we can use a moldable medium to teach physical science! In this episode, Aubrey and David discuss why this childhood staple is actually a brilliant material. To learn more about our work and get our free resources, visit us online at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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36:09

Gathering the Tools to Navigate the World of...

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2023/01/21

How do you become a more conscious, respectful, and peaceful parent? It doesn't "just happen"! You need a good set of tools, friends. Sometimes you need a phillips head screwdriver, and sometimes you need a flat head. It's the same with parenting. One singular approach will NOT fit all situations. Aubrey and David discuss the tools they used to navigate the world of parenting together and highlight a real-life Montessori parent and alum of Primary: Gina!

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43:34

Sandpaper Letters Make Teaching Reading Easier

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2023/01/14

The sandpaper letters Maria Montessori used in her early classrooms offered children a way to make learning to read and write with a tactile experience. Science backs this! Hands-on-learning is an essential component of early childhood education, and you can use this technique at home to teach your own child to read - with or without a real set of sandpaper letters! Learn more at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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42:12

Perfectly Practical: Why a Pitcher is a Montessori...

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2023/01/10

It’s simple. It’s probably already in your home. And it’s a Montessori classic! It’s the humble pitcher. Aubrey and David Hargis talk about how to use it, what kinds are best, and why kids love using them so darn much! For more, visit us at www.childoftheredwoods.com

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What If My Partner Hasn’t Totally Bought In with Caitlin

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2022/12/23

The Montessori lifestyle is amazing, but adopting it can be a stretch for some. What happens when not everyone in the house is equally onboard? How do you help convince your partner to give it a chance? What principles are okay to compromise on and which are absolutes? In this episode, Aubrey and David discuss this often asked question. Big thanks to Child of the Redwoods member Caitlin for sharing her story and questions.

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01:05:06

Fear of Spooky Things

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2022/11/12

In this episode, Aubrey and David discuss ways to help your kids handle scary things. For more Montessori and parenting guidance, visit us at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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01:09:26

Does Playing with Your Kids Make Them More Obedient?

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2022/10/26

In this episode, Aubrey and David discuss a recent article about how playing with your kids for five minutes a day can result in better behavior. They explore what the article gets right -- and wrong. For more Montessori and parenting guidance, visit us at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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46:44

A Three Day Lesson Schedule with Leticia

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2022/10/20

Meet Leticia, a homeschooling mom of 2 from Virginia, United States. She’s an alumna of both Homeschool of the Redwoods Primary. To learn more, visit us at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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35:01

Becoming a Homeschooler with Gloria

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2022/10/04

In this episode, we meet Gloria, a mom of two from South Carolina. We explore her journey from classroom teacher to homeschooler, her discovery of the magic of Montessori, and getting everyone in the home involved. For more, join us at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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01:01:21

Helping Kids Develop Strong Social Skills

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2022/09/27

In this episode, Aubrey and David discuss how to help kids build healthy social skills and what Montessori can teach us about the work. For more Montessori and homeschooling guidance, visit us online at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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32:53

Embracing Imperfection with Libby

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2022/09/21

In this episode, we meet Libby, a homeschooling mom of one from Michigan, USA. They talk about Libby's journey with Montessori, embracing imperfection, and why patience is a virtue. For more, visit us at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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55:40

Helping Kids Develop a Growth Mindset and Embrace...

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2022/09/13

In this episode, Aubrey and David discuss how to help kids handle adversity, embrace mistakes, and develop a growth mindset! For more Montessori and homeschooling guidance, visit us online at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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28:43

It’s a Montessori Life with Rachel

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2022/09/06

In this episode, Aubrey meets Rachel, a Montessori parent of two from Seattle, USA. They talk about Rachel's journey to Montessori, the importance of respecting children, and why the second plane shouldn't sound scary. For more, visit us at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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54:02

Knowing When Your Child's Ready for More

Child of the Redwoods: Podcast ·

2022/08/30

In this episode, Aubrey and David talk about how to know when your child is ready for more - more lessons! More academics! More from YOU! They also discuss ways to celebrate the start of a new (home)school year. For more Montessori and homeschooling guidance, visit us online at www.childoftheredwoods.com.

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