Author Archives: Julia Gorham
Crab food sculptures made from apples
Creating food sculptures is an excellent idea to promote healthy eating habits for young children in a fun and creative way! You will need: Apples A wooden board Knife ( Adult use only) Plate To do: Slice an apple in … Continue reading
The Importance of Good Manners For Young Children
By Julia Gorham Good Manners are essential for every child’s self confidence and success in life.Manners and etiquette for children is ranked as the most important quality to nurture in the family home. In the family home – this … Continue reading
Plastic bottle airplane
By Julia Gorham What a great recycling crafts project to do with your child and great fun too! It’s amazing what can be created with a empty plastic bottle! You will need to assist your child to cut and place … Continue reading
Celebrating Maria Montessori’s materials
Ahead of her time, Maria Montessori has had a greater impact on education than most people realize! One of her most outstanding contributions were her inventions of the amazing Montessori didactic materials. She understood the importance of the hand-brain … Continue reading
Giving your child the best tools in life
By Julia Gorham “Help me do it by myself” Dr Maria Montessori The Montessori method of teaching equips children with a strong sense of independence and confidence, by allowing them to do things on their own. Children are curious by … Continue reading
Make a Pinecone Skier
This cute little guy is easy to make and it’s a great way to decorate your painted pinecones. You will need: Pinecone (look for a nice one which is flat at the bottom and spiky at the top) Clove for … Continue reading
Family Matters
Written by Julia Gorham Family is the important gift given to us. Many people can help you, but your family understands you best. Family is an important word, it means to feel secure, to have someone who you can count … Continue reading
Children’s printing artworks with kitchen utensils
Written by Julia Gorham Busy in the kitchen and need to keep your child occupied ? Look no further than your kitchen utensils to set up a quick and easy art activity for your child to enjoy! You will … Continue reading
The Rewards Of Teaching Young Children
Written by Julia Gorham When I followed my ultimate passion with teaching young children it was the best reward; and what a privilege and honour to be part of a child’s life. I hope that I will leave … Continue reading
Open ended modelling activities for young children
Written by Julia Gorham and Heather Step During our Holiday Crafts programme, the children made pinch pots with homemade clay. They loved rolling the clay between the palms of their hands and pushing down hard with their thumbs in … Continue reading
