The Art of Answering ‘Why?’ for the Millionth Time

As parents, we've all been there: a seemingly endless cascade of “Why?” questions from our curious little ones. “Why is the sky blue?” “Why do birds sing?” “Why can’t I eat ice cream for breakfast?” “Why”, “why”, “why?” While it might feel repetitive, these questions are an integral part of a child’s natural drive to learn about the world. From a Montessori perspective, answering these questions isn’t just about satisfying curiosity—it’s about nurturing a lifelong love of learning and helping the child learn about the world that they can understand.