Secret Superpowers: Witnessing Playful Parenting at the Museum
Witnessing a Superpower: A Museum Mom's Moment One morning, amidst my cleaning rounds at the Children's Museum of Montana, I stumbled...
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sparkcmomt
- Dec 29, 2023
- 3 min
Finding Your Tribe: Building Lasting Connections at the Museum
Beyond Playdates: Cultivating Lifelong Bonds at the Museum Parents of toddlers watching the jumbo legos get connected. Stroller squadrons...
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sparkcmomt
- Nov 15, 2023
- 3 min
Opportunities
Extended educational options are essential for youth because they provide more opportunities to learn and grow, help struggling...
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sparkcmomt
- Oct 9, 2023
- 2 min
Native
We celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day every year on the second Monday of October. This day in 2023 is a time to honor the resilience of...
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sparkcmomt
- Sep 22, 2023
- 3 min
Discover New After-School Activities for Your Child
As a parent, you want to ensure that your child's after-school activities are not only fun and engaging but also have a lasting impact....
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sparkcmomt
- Mar 23, 2023
- 2 min
Future of Ed- Pt 3
Part 3 of 7 - Community By Sherrie Neff Our community is blessed with many museums, as we said in part 2, yet in a thriving learning...
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sparkcmomt
- Mar 14, 2023
- 2 min
Our Future of Ed - Pt 2
Part 2 of 7 - Museums By Sherrie Neff Museums are a prime example of community-based organizations that enhance public education....
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sparkcmomt
- Mar 8, 2023
- 3 min
Our Future of Education
Part 1 of 7- Parents as learning coaches By Sherrie Neff Recently, in my reading, I came across a 2014 educational forecast concerning...
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sparkcmomt
- Dec 23, 2022
- 2 min
Christmas at the Museum!
The laughter is contagious, the play is exciting, and we are joyful to have the museum busy on this below-freezing weather day! We are...
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sparkcmomt
- Oct 20, 2022
- 2 min
Science Perspective
Last time, we talked about the mysteries of Math. I love math and find it sincerely sad to hear that it has become a weakness for so...
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sparkcmomt
- Oct 13, 2022
- 2 min
Mysteries of Math
The mysteries of math are hidden in the building blocks between basic equations to number theory. They can be exciting, fun, and...
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sparkcmomt
- Sep 9, 2022
- 2 min
Busy Syndrome
Our society is always busy. We have more to do than can be done in a lifetime and rarely is it something that brings us peace of mind,...
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sparkcmomt
- Aug 31, 2022
- 2 min
Wheat or Whiskey?
I was recently asked, "Why is it important that the child is self-directed when playing at the museum?" I compare it to wheat. 1. Wheat...
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sparkcmomt
- Aug 18, 2022
- 2 min
Almost there!
Today let's talk a little about the amazing changes through adolescence. The cognitive development for the child's mind as they get into...
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sparkcmomt
- Aug 8, 2022
- 2 min
Brains & Houses
The way our brain forms is much like a home. Over time, they are built from the foundation up. From before birth, and into adulthood,...
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Reena Janes
- Aug 4, 2022
- 3 min
5 Lifelong Paths to Learning for Kids
It's important for parents and guardians to take an active role in encouraging their children’s learning. This doesn’t mean deciding...
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sparkcmomt
- Jul 29, 2022
- 1 min
In Memorial
As we are about to open a new upgrade at the museum it is fun and exciting. Yet, with a beautiful memorial we also feel the emotions...
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sparkcmomt
- Jul 20, 2022
- 2 min
EQ is Key to Leadership
What is EQ? "Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions, and to handle interpersonal...
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Danielle Porter
- Jun 29, 2022
- 2 min
A Word from a Mom
A special note from one of our Mom's that visit our museum. We love her focus on self-care!
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sparkcmomt
- Jun 16, 2022
- 2 min
Pioneers
The word brings to mind different images of older times and innovators that change the course of the world. In Montana more than some...
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