Hey there! I’m Ari, and I want to give you a warm welcome to my website. In this section, I’d love to share a little about myself so you can get to know me better.
I’m a first-grade teacher, and ever since I started teaching, I’ve been deeply curious and passionate about the Montessori method. I remember my first year in the classroom, filled with a mix of excitement and nervousness, and how I immediately felt drawn to this unique approach to education.
From my early teaching days, I was eager to incorporate Montessori materials into my classroom, and as time went on, I got more and more immersed in the Montessori world. Eventually, I decided to train as a Montessori teacher through the Association Montessori International, where I earned my AMI Montessori Teacher Certification.
Aside from Montessori, another one of my big passions is designing and creating my own materials. Back when I was studying to become a teacher in college, I discovered how much joy I got from bringing all those creative ideas in my head to life. I was always jotting down notes, sketching out plans, and brainstorming ways to create fun and engaging learning activities.
Little by little, I taught myself how to use different design tools, like graphic design software, that now allow me to create my own printables and unit studies. Everything I’ve learned over the years has given me the confidence to start this small business, where I get to sell my own materials to other teachers, as well as to parents who homeschool or simply love the Montessori method. It’s incredible to think that what started as a personal project has grown into something I can share with others who are just as passionate about education as I am.
As you might notice throughout my website, I’m also a huge nature and botany lover, which is something deeply rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Kids should learn through exploration and hands-on experiences with their surroundings, which is why observing and understanding nature is so important.
My love for nature has always been a part of me, but it truly blossomed during a two-year journey I took across America in my little home on wheels. During that time, I connected with nature in an incredible way, and that connection made me realize that I wanted to share that same love for nature with my students.
That’s why, after returning from my trip, I started incorporating nature into my classroom, giving it the role it deserves in education. Many of the units I design—or have in mind—are centered around botany and nature for this very reason.
