Week 92: First week of 2007

Over the New year weekend I sorted out and documented all Sophia's toys. Inspired by Montessori method ( observation, freedom and organized control environment) I planned a little play curriculum for her. She has 5 subjects (Numbers, Color, Shapes, ABC and Words) to play in 5 weekdays at sitter's place. I also updated her play toy at sitter's place. She got 8 big play toys. Every day a couple books in her backpack, one carry toys and color patterns. She suddenly very much enjoy to stay at sitter's place. I think to let her busy and having fun is the best way to learn at her age.

Saturday we went to Sophie and Katya's place for a play date and dinner. Only when they play together I realized that Sophia went through a growth sprout. She is one inch taller than Sophie and she is 4 month younger that Sophie. On the other hand, Sophie's mental development was very impressive. I asked her what is Buddha. She said "Buddha is a person who do meditation to get inner peace" And she was just 25 month old!

Sunday we went to Target, Ikea and Toy 'R' us for shopping. Sophia enjoyed the Ikea kids section a lot. She laid on the toddler's bed and pretended to sleep. I think she will get her toddler's bed soon. It was very hard for her to leave the Toy 'R' us. She through much strong tantrum lately when she couldn't do what she wants. Michelle and Michael back from thire trip. Sophia played at Michael's place after get back from IKEA. It was a busy day for her..