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Bird adventures in the December forest

With all the excitement of the holiday season (Sinterklaas here in the Netherlands and Christmas in France), December’s humble and quiet forest becomes a peaceful refuge for everyone: parents and children alike! This week, I’m sharing two a...

12 Dec 2025 · 7 min read

Lil' expertise on play 🧩

Schleich: why they’re the best and how to play with these figurines

Discover why Schleich figurines are such powerful tools for nurturing your child's curiosity, imagination, and understanding of the real world. Their remarkable realism invites open-ended play, rich storytelling, and joyful learning from se...

6 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

Lil' expertise on play 🧩

How Do I Choose a Meaningful Toy for My 4–5-Year-Old?

Between Sinterklaas and Christmas, you —as a parent— might be in the middle of gift hunting. Need a lil’ help finding a toy that truly supports your child’s well-being? You’re in the right place!😉

29 Nov 2025 · 4 min read

Lil' nature inspiration 🌳

What happens when children spend more time in nature?

I’d love to share a lil' piece of my own story with you. Already mid-November… It’s been two months since I began a lil' experiment in nature 🌿 with my children, and I think it’s the perfect moment to pause and reflect.

20 Nov 2025 · 4 min read

Lil' expertise on play 🧩

What is the right screen time for my child?

It’s a question that worries all of us. On the occasion of Screen Time Awareness Week in the Netherlands, I wanted to share our family’s experience with screens. Every family is unique, and my goal is not to give a ready‑made answer, but ra...

12 Nov 2025 · 4 min read

Lil' nature inspiration 🌳

Can We Celebrate Halloween with Young Children?

🎃 A gentle Halloween, the Montessori way... 🍂 For children aged 3–6, keep wonder grounded in reality: at this age, they can’t yet tell what’s imaginary from what’s real. So skip the scary creatures, and explore real marvels instead: spide...

31 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

Lil' expertise on play 🧩

When toys lose their magic: why isn’t my child playing?

After a quick little detour into what "play" really means 🤓, I’d love to explore with you the reasons why your child might not be engaging with their toys: is it due to play environment — like how much free time they have, how su...

8 Jun 2025 · 12 min read