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*FREE DIGITAL MAG *ISSUE 30 *DECEMBER 2016

This season it’s All about Pets

Sensitive children and how to deal with them

Choosing a Montessori school for 2017

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So the school year has come to an end, many of your children will be going on to ‘big school’ and many more will be starting at a Montessori school for the first time.

I wish you all success and happiness in your new ventures.

Teachers, you should all be proud of the work you have done this past year and the success you have achieved with your students. I wish you all happy holidays and to get back for the new year refreshed and rearing to go again.

We look forward to catching up with you all again in January.

Happy Holidays, whatever you are doing. May it be a peaceful season with lots of family gatherings and joy.

DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in this publication are those of the authors and not necessarily those of the editor, advertisers or endorsers. While every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this publication are both accurate and truthful, the publisher and editor accept no responsibility for inaccurate or misleading information that may be contained herein.

Blessings to you all and thank you for sharing this year with us. xxxxxx

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Much Love

Linda

contributing team & experts

DR MICHAEL DORER Montessorian & Education Story Teller

KYM VAN STRAATEN

SHARON CALDWELL

HEIDI VAN STADEN

Consultant/Montessori Education

Director of MCSA Owner Montessori Academy

SAMAcon Chairperson Owner Randburg Montessori Campus

TIM SELDIN

JACKY PRICE

SUSANNE VAN NIEKERK

MARNIE CRAYCROFT

President of the Montessori Foundation

SAMA Immediate past President

Montessori Centre SA

Carrots are Orange

SINEAD HAMILL

KYLE PEARCH

MAREN SCHMIDT

JEANNE-MARIE PAYNEL

Rhyme Time Education

DIY Genius

All About Learning

Voila Montessori

CHRISTINE O’LEARY

ALISON GOPNIK

NICOLETTE ROUX

Ultimate Montessori Parent Guide

Professor of Psychology

Powerful Mothering

SARAH SCHERRER

contents THE MONTESSORI METHOD

SAMA – Indexed member schools across SA Choosing a Montessori school for your child It’s HOT – be Sun Smart Reading program with shelter animals

BABIES & BEYOND

7 Things you need to know about your highly sensitive child 3 Simple tools to help sensitive kids thrive Is your car holiday ready?

YUMMY TUMMY

All good Yummy stuff

ANIMAL WORLD

Alone for the holidays? Here’s why you should adopt a pet 10 Top hazards to look out for your pet at Christmas time

REACH OUT

Kids and animals in need of help

OUT & ABOUT

Shows, beach and fun in the sun

SAMA MEMBER SCHOOLS & TRAINING CENTRES IN SOUTH AFRICA Eastern & Southern Cape KwaZulu Natal Limpopo Mpumalanga Namibia North Gauteng (PTA) South Gauteng (JHB) Western Cape Swaziland Seychelles SAMA TRAINING INSTITUTIONS

By Sharon Vanella

Montessori education allows children to create their own learning paths, building on student interests to create a community of knowledge. This educational philosophy has been highly successful, creating some of the greatest thinkers of our time. Yet, choosing the right Montessori school is not always easy. Because Montessori is a method and philosophy of education, rather than a step-bystep way of teaching, the schools that offer a Montessori approach will vary in quality and implementation.

If you have decided that Montessori is the best learning approach for your child, then here are some tips to help you select the right program.

Ask About the School’s Vision Is the school traditionally Montessori, or does the school allow for modifications in the curriculum and educational structure that are in line with changes in culture? Both are valid options, but you will need to decide which is best for your child, and you must know what the school’s vision is before choosing.

Look for a True Montessori Learning Environment The Montessori learning environment has a unique look, and unfortunately some schools claim to provide a Montessori structure, when in fact, they do not. How can you spot a true Montessori program?

Look for: • • • • • • • • • •

A warm environment that feels welcoming and safe Montessori learning materials, charts, art and live plants No rows of desks, but rather a classroom filled with child-sized furniture grouped into curricular areas A practical or life-skills area Few toys Mixed-age groupings Child-sized toileting facilities Neat and orderly organization Materials prominently displayed and within reach of children A lack of workbooks and traditional school papers

Watch the Students If the environment looks good, make sure you schedule a tour during a time when students are in the classroom. You should see students who are working together with others around the room, and are acting in a safe and respectful way. You should also notice students actively engaged in learning, working with materials, and freely selecting the activities and work of their choice. If you observe a conflict arising, you will see students, sometimes with the aid of teachers, solving those conflicts peacefully and respectfully. Often there will be a Peace Table at which children may work out differences, or a “watching chair” from which children or adults may observe peacefully.

Overall, the classroom should be buzzing with activity. With the exception of the morning circle time, the students are not going to be sitting quietly in the Montessori classroom. In every area of the classroom, students should be using all of their senses to learn. Above all, the children should be happy and content, working hard while also enjoying their time in the classroom.

Observe the Teacher In the Montessori school, the teacher’s role changes from what is traditionally thought of as a “teacher.” Instead of standing in front of the classroom giving instruction, the teacher will be engaging with small groups of students, teaching how to use materials, or presenting lessons to smaller groups. Montessori teachers will also spend a significant amount of time observing their classroom, determining where students could use more encouragement, or what materials need to be introduced next.

The Montessori educator is a mentor and facilitator, not a director. He or she should model peaceful and courteous communication at all times, interacting respectfully with the children and adults in the classroom. The teacher should seem happy and at peace, enjoying the students and the task of guiding instruction. Teachers will most often sit or crouch to achieve eye-level contact with the child while communicating.

Select a school that has Montessori-trained teachers. A traditionally trained teacher who tries to adjust to the Montessori world will likely struggle to fully embrace the educational structure.

If possible, find a school where the assistants are also trained in Montessori.

As you can see, choosing the right Montessori school for your child requires a visit. An initial tour of general information, an observation of the classroom, and a visit between the child and teacher are all part of the enrollment process. By doing a little homework and spending the time getting to know the schools you are considering, you will be able to find a school that perfectly meets your child’s needs and embraces the vision of Montessori education.

Sharon Vanella is an Early School Lead Teacher at Charlotte Preparatory School in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has a B.S. in Education and a B.A. in Spanish from Miami University in Ohio. Before joining Charlotte Prep in 2006, Vanella taught and was the administrator at Charlotte Montessori School for eight years.

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By Grayson Berman

Shelter dogs feel lonely and abandoned, so children practice reading books to them The Humane Society of Missouri started a program called the Shelter Buddies Reading Program. This program, designed to help frightened shelter dogs better acclimate to society, uses young children, ages 6 – 15, in order to slowly coax these dogs into again trusting humans.

But how do children, some barely even out of elementary school, possibly help these lonely, abandoned dogs?

The answer is simple: reading.

The program finds children who need practice reading aloud, or those with fear of audiences, and asks them to volunteer at their shelter.

The only thing they need to bring is a book (or several!) of their own choosing.

The children then simply sit in front of a kennel with a dog they want to read to, and begin reading from their book. They are able to practice reading and public speaking in a nonjudgmental environment, and the dogs are able to slowly adjust to the presence of humans.

“We started this for two reasons. Dogs in a shelter environment exhibit a lot of signs of anxiety and show stress signals, so we wanted to do something to comfort them.

We have a lot of children in our area who are really engaged and they ask, ‘How can I help?’” said JoEllyn Klepacki.

Klepacki, who is the assistant director of the Missouri Humane Society, said that the goal of the program is to get the dog, who at the beginning of the reading is usually crouched in the back their kennel, to have walked to the front and to be sitting directly in front of the child by the time the reading is over.

Dogs that stay near the front of their kennel get adopted more quickly, so this practice often helps them find a home faster.

Children are also encouraged to interact with the dogs beyond just the reading, often passing them treats if they make their way to the front of the glass.

The program, which started in December, has seen huge success, and Klepacki recounts that the results have been “just amazing.”

7 Things You Need to Know About Your Highly Sensitive Child Discover Their Dominant Element For Better Understanding

By Robin Ray Green

Is your child highly sensitive? Is he easily affected by the emotions of others? Is he irritable or overstimulated after school? Is he highly fussy, picky, or dramatic? Does he have an “imaginary” friend? If so, chances are you have a highly sensitive child.

What is it like to be a highly sensitive kid?

You may already have a good idea, but if not, imagine being unable to distinguish your own emotions from those of the people around you! Everything you feel is so strong and overwhelming, yet you can’t find the words to explain how you feel!

For generations highly sensitive kids have been misunderstood.

They've been told, often unkindly, to “stop being so sensitive,” to “get over it,” and to “toughen up.” It’s no wonder highly sensitive kids grow up thinking there’s something wrong with them.

What most people don’t know is that highly sensitive kids are physical, emotional or intuitive empaths. Some kids are all three. Through one of more of their senses, they can easily feel energies that are beyond the physical realm. This is difficult enough to comprehend as an adult, much less as a child.

How to Help Your Highly Sensitive Child It’s incredibly important to make sure your child’s fundamental needs are met. They need to be loved and to eat, sleep, play, and move in just the right amounts. They need to avoid chemicals and excess sugar because their bodies are sensitive, too. When their needs are not being met, it will be even harder for them to control their sensitivities.

Here are 7 things you need to know to understand your highly sensitive child. He or she:       

Easily picks up on the emotions and or thoughts of others Can sense stressed energy in people, places, and things May feel overwhelmed or unsafe in new or crowded environments Has a tendency for food and environmental sensitivities and allergies May have responses that are overly dramatic, emotional, or seemingly inappropriate May feel the pain or suffering of people, animals, or the environment in their own body May feel pain and discomfort more intensely than others

Discover Your Child’s Five Element Type One of the things that has helped me the most in understanding highly sensitive kids is the Five Element system of Chinese medicine, a framework that allows us to determine each person’s unique nature.

The Five Elements are Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each Element has corresponding physical characteristics, personality traits, strengths, and challenges that shape each child’s overall health and way of being in the world.

It is thought that one particular way of being will influence your child’s personality, health, and temperament above all others—their Dominant Element.

Once you discover your child’s Dominant Element, you’ll have a better understanding of how your child’s sensitivities will manifest. You’ll know how to support your child physically and emotionally to help them understand and use their gifts.

You can discover your child’s 5-Element type by taking the 5-Element Questionnaire on my website, or in my book Heal Your Child from the Inside Out, and learn more about helping your child thrive.

It’s our calling as parents and grandparents to assist our children in harnessing their sensitivities, allowing them to shine their lights brightly.

They are going to grow up to be the healers, helpers, peacekeepers, change makers, and environmental stewards that will usher in a new level of consciousness. Let’s make sure they thrive!

Robin Ray Green helps parents harness the power of the 5-Elements of Chinese medicine to create healthy, harmonious families that thrive!

Pediatric acupuncture specialist, Mother, Author.

3 Simple Tools to Help Highly Sensitive Kids Thrive Does Your Child Have Sensitivity To Light, Sound, Touch, Taste, Or Smell?

By Robin Ray Green

I think of highly sensitive kids as being gifted with fluency in a second language – energy. It’s a gift that will give them many advantages in life once they understand and harness it.

But, in the beginning, it’s like their sensitivity dial is set on max!

They may be sensitive to everything: light, sound, touch, taste, and smell along with subtle whispers of energy.

Highly sensitive children can sense stressed energy in people and places. They pick up on the true emotions of others and see beyond the social veneer. Some can even feel the energetic residue of strong emotions in a space that was left days or weeks before.

The problem is they don’t know that this is what they’re feeling!

If you have a highly sensitive child, it may seem, at times, that this world is just too much for them. But, when you teach them a few simple energetic tools you can empower them.

Last month when I wrote about 7 Things You Need to Know About Your Highly Sensitive Child, many of the comments on the article and on social media asked for concrete techniques to help our children.

Here are 3 of my favorites:

#1 Body-Emotion Scanning While in a safe space, have your child scan their body from head-to-toe. Ask if they notice any tension or discomfort. Have them describe how they feel emotionally at that moment.

There’s an app called Feelings with Milo that can help younger children with this second part. Tell them to keep that in mind before going into a new place such as a grocery store or friend’s house.

If they notice a change in their body or emotions, talk about what or who it might be related to. With your help and some practice, they’ll be able to sense whether the change was due to their own experience or from energy they’re picking up from others or the place they were in.

#2 Bubbles If you’re going to a crowded shopping mall, airport, or theme park bubbles are a great way to manage sensitivities. Have your child imagine that their body is surrounded by a protective bubble. The bubble can be any color and acts as a barrier that only lets in positive energy and filters any negative or stressed energy.

When I do this with my boys we have a lot of fun with the visualization process. I ask them things like, “What color is your bubble?” and “How far does it extend around your body?” I have them describe how their bubbles feel.

We practice moving it around and sensing each other’s bubbles. Eventually you can just say, “Bubbles Up!” and everyone will know what to do!

#3 Understand Your Child’s Unique Five Element Type One of the things that has helped me the most in understanding highly sensitive kids is the Five Element system of Chinese medicine.

It’s a framework that allows us to determine each person’s unique nature – body, mind, and spirit.

The Five Elements are Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each Element has corresponding physical characteristics, personality traits, strengths, and challenges that shape each child’s overall health and way of being in the world.

Once you discover your child’s Five Element type, you’ll have a better understanding of how your child’s sensitivities will manifest.

Five Types and how to help them: Fire and Earth children tend to be emotional empaths.

Metal and Wood children tend to be physical empaths.

Water children tend to be intuitive empaths.

Metal and Water types will need time alone to process the energies they experience during the day.

Fire and Earth types will need gentle reassurance and a safe person to share their feelings with.

Physical activity is a great way for Wood and Fire types to discharge negative energy.

For many South Africans the holidays are tantalisingly close and you’re already mentally dipping your toes into the ocean, but before you’re relaxing on the beach you need to get your car in tiptop shape. Indwe Risk Services gives you an essential checklist so that your car is as ready for the holidays as you are.

CHECK YOUR LICENCE It’s pretty easy to forget when you have to renew your car and driver’s licenses, so be sure to check that both are up to date. If you have to renew them before going on holiday, remember that you now have to provide proof of residence.

VEHICLE SERVICE It’s a good idea to get your car serviced, especially if you have a long drive to your holiday destination. This will take care of any major problems and repairs, reducing the risk that you’ll be stuck on the side of the road.

VEHICLE CHECK While your service should make your car roadworthy, take some time to give your vehicle a once-over. This includes checking the tread and pressure of all tyres (including the spare), ensuring that you have enough fluids (e.g. oil and water), that your windscreen has no cracks, that your brakes, belts and battery are in good condition, and that your windscreen wipers and all lights (inside and out) are working. If you’re transporting passengers make sure that the seatbelts are working correctly.

Be prepared for a breakdown or emergency by having the following items in the boot of your vehicle: a first-aid kit, water and non-perishable food, jumper cables, a blanket, a flashlight and batteries, a container for petrol, flares, reflective triangles, rope for towing, and basic tools.

PLANNING A GPS is a handy gadget, particularly if you’re travelling somewhere new, as it will help you avoid the frustration of getting lost. Plan your drive in advance so you know your route and where you can stop for breaks and to refuel. Try to avoid peak travel times and always inform a friend or family member about your route and estimated arrival time. Store emergency contact numbers in your phone so they are easily accessible in case you need immediate help. Keep your phone fully charged or have a spare battery.

ON THE DRIVE Get enough sleep before you set off and stay hydrated during your journey. It’s recommended that you stop for a rest every two hours, and where possible let another eligible driver take over. Stopping regularly gives you and your passengers (and especially kids) a chance to stretch your legs and get some fresh air. It’s essential that you stop driving if you are tired.

With the extra volumes of traffic on the road during the festive season, it’s important that you take precautions to avoid car trouble by getting your vehicle road-trip ready. Drive safely, be patient and enjoy the journey.

ARE YOU COVERED? Make sure the vehicle you are driving is properly insured, and remember that there are different types of cover, such as comprehensive, third party only, and third party, fire and theft insurance. If you are a passenger in someone else’s vehicle, check that the car you are travelling in is insured. For peace of mind, find out from your broker or insurer what is and is not covered in your policy.

For any assistance speak to an Indwe Risk Services advisor today on 0860 13 13 14.

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Smoothie Bowl – Berrydelicious!

One of my all time favourites. Perfect for a hot summers day or for those quick on the go mornings!

Ingredients: • • • • •

1 cup Mixed frozen berries 1 banana 1/2 cup of milk or coconut milk.

Whey protein or vegan protein powder 1 Tsp xylitol

Instructions: • Blend all of the above ingredients together • Scoop a spoon of Greek yoghurt/coconut cream into a bowl • Pour the smoothie around it, add a few nuts for a crunch element • Toss in some mint to garnish and sprinkle some poppy seeds for fun!

Enjoy

Super Fruity Summer Smoothie It’s been a very hot start to the summer season so I have welcomed more fruit into my life with open arms!!

Sometimes cooking doesn’t need to be about slaving over a hot stove or spending lots of time in the kitchen, but rather about putting together an array of all your favourite fruits into a delicious smoothie recipe.

Ingredients: • • • • •

Spoon of Buttanutt spreads (Macadamia) Raspberries 1 passion fruit h2cocosa coconut water or milk Spoon or two of yoghurt - add more if you would like

Instructions: • Blend all of the above ingredients together • And VOILA! A super healthy summer Smoothie!

Enjoy

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ALONE FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON? ADOPT A PET… GO ON – BRING MORE LOVE INTO YOUR HOME This little kitty –and many more animals, dogs and cats – are living out their lives in small cemented cages, hoping that someone will find place in their homes and hearts to give them ‘Forever Homes’.

I know I harp on and on about adopting pets, but there are so many of us who have the room in our lives for a loving animal, and there are so many of our furr-kids, young and old, who would bring loads of fun and joy to your lives.

Just an example: early this year I took on a new-born kitten to hand-rear, bottles, formula and the whole toot. … and the frequent feeds every 3 hours, and the worry when the little one’s tummy doesn’t work. Anyone who has hand-reared kittens and puppies will know how relieved your are when the tummy works – kinda proud!

Anyway, this little kitty got to the point where she needed to homed. My daughter had spent a lot of time helping me with Maxi, so naturally she got fond of the kitten and took her home to join the other 4 ‘rescue cats’ that live with her.

Well, Maxi lit up the lives of these four fairly lazy cats and brought loads of mischievous energy into the house. Somehow she has captured the hearts of all the cats and they cuddle and play with her as much as they can before flopping over and sleeping again.

So my friends, think about the difference adopting an animal will make to not just your life, but to your resident pets and obviously to the animal you give a home to. Call your closest SPCA or look on Facebook for your new family member. Xxx Linda

Christmas is a wonderful time for us humans, but sometimes we are so caught up in the festivities we forget about the dangers to our pets. There are lots of hazards that can cause major issues for our pets. Pets such as cats and dogs are normally in the house and even involved in some of the festivities, so they are more at risk.

It’s important to be aware of the things that can harm your pets and keep them well away from them. Don’t leave things lying around and take extra precautions to keep things out of reach.

Here are ten hazards for pets at Christmas time.

•Chocolate Chocolate is extremely poisonous to dogs. The higher the percentage the worse it is, dark chocolate causes the most problems. We all eat a lot of chocolate and often receive it as gifts at Christmas time. Keep chocolate away from dogs and pets throughout the festive season.

•Tinsel Tinsel is very dangerous for pets for a number of reasons. Firstly, they can get tangled up in it and even strangle themselves. Secondly, they may be tempted to eat it. Swallowing tinsel can cause major digestive issues and it can even get stuck in their stomach. If they try and eat it they may choke on it. Take care when using tinsel on your tree and around your home in December.

•Fairy lights Fairy lights present the same dangers as tinsel but there is also a chance of your pet getting electrocuted. Don’t let them anywhere near fairy lights and they may be tempted to chew on them. The glass in the lights can also cut your pet and cause serious issues if they swallow it.

Keep all pets away from fairy lights.

•Overeating This may not seem like a serious problem but it is a big concern for pets. It’s so easy to overfeed pets over the festive season thinking we are spoiling them and making them happy. Don’t change their diet, stick to what you normally feed them. A lot of the foods we eat over Christmas are full of fat and your pet will pile on the pounds in no time. Obesity is a big concern for pets as it causes debilitating health and joint problems.

•Alcohol Alcohol is very toxic to dogs. It can cause nausea, vomiting, loss of coordination, disorientation, cardiac arrest, seizures and sometimes even death. Keep an eye on your pets when you are drinking alcohol to make sure they don’t try and steal any. Also be aware of foods that contain alcohol such as alcoholic chocolates.

•Christmas tree decorations All those fascinating decorations you put on your tree can be very intriguing to pets. They are in fun shapes and sizes and look like the perfect toys to play with, they are not. Christmas tree decorations are not made for pets and contain harmful things that your pet could swallow.

Make sure your decorations are high enough and kept out of reach.

•Cooked meat bones Take care when throwing away cooked meat. Your pet could try and get into the bins and eat the bones. Cooked bones can be very dangerous to pets as they can splinter and get stuck in their stomach. Dispose of all meat safely where your pet can’t get to it. You may want to invest in a special rubbish bin that your pet can’t get into.

•Raisins and grapes Both grapes and raisins are toxic to dogs. Raisins are also in lots of different foods that we eat such as mince pies and Christmas pudding, so avoid giving your dog anything that might contain raisins. Raisins can cause kidney failure in some dogs.

•Christmas tree Believe it or not, your Christmas tree is also a hazard to your pets. Make sure it is placed in a safe place in the home and is securely properly. The last thing you want is for your Christmas tree to fall on top of your pet, some of the larger trees can be extremely heavy. If you have a natural tree you also need to be careful with the needles as they can get stuck in your pets feet and fur. If swallowed they can cause severe stomach issues. The water used to keep a Christmas tree nourished can also cause issues if your pet tried to drink it.

•Mistletoe and holly Mistletoe and holly are also poisonous for pets. Holly can cause severe gastrointestinal upset and mistletoe can cause mild gastrointestinal irritation. Other plants that are dangerous include lilies and daffodils.

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The medical bills are extremely high and so the foundation was started to help children with Microcephaly and closely related neurological problems.

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