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Stories, tips and ideas for the early years.
Notes from the Saranshi classroom on child development, Montessori practice and preparing little ones for a lifetime of learning.
Separation Anxiety on the First Day of Preschool
Tears at the preschool gate are normal. How to prepare your child, keep goodbyes short and loving, and help them settle with confidence.
Read article Everyday parentingPicky Eaters: Gentle Ways to Build Healthy Eating Habits
Why fussy eating is so common between 2 and 5, and calm, practical ways to help your child try new foods without mealtime battles.
Read article Child developmentFine Motor Activities That Prepare Little Hands for Writing
Simple, safe activities by age that build the small hand muscles children need before writing, plus signs of pencil readiness.
Read article Everyday parentingHandling Toddler Tantrums Calmly: A Montessori Approach
Why tantrums happen between 2 and 4, what to do in the moment, and everyday Montessori-inspired habits that make meltdowns less frequent.
Read article Child developmentSpeech Milestones from Age 2 to 5: What to Expect
What most children say and understand at 2, 3, 4 and 5, simple ways to build language at home, and when to talk to your paediatrician.
Read article Montessori & developmentHow Montessori Helps Child Development: A Guide for Parents
How Montessori learning builds independence, concentration, language, early maths and social skills in young children, and simple ways to bring it home.
Read article AdmissionsPreschool Admissions 2027–28 in Chennai: A Parent’s Checklist
When to start, which class fits your child’s age, documents to keep ready, what to look for on a school visit and the questions every parent should ask.
Read article Early learningWhy Preschool Matters for Lifelong Learning
The first five years are the foundation years. Here's how a quality preschool shapes brain development, social skills, creativity and a lifelong love of learning.
Read article Parenting & screen timeScreen Time in Young Children: How Much is Too Much?
WHO guidelines for toddlers and preschoolers, warning signs to watch for, and 7 simple ways to build healthy screen habits at home.
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