Frequently Asked Questions
MKAP™ FAQ
What age range is the MKAP™ Experience designed for?
The MKAP™ Experience is designed for children aged 18 months to 6 years. Activities are flexible and can be scaled to match your child's interests, abilities, and developmental stage.
Age labels are a guide, not a limit. Follow your child's curiosity. As they grow, the same activities grow with them, offering new levels of challenge and discovery.
P.S. If an activity is labeled 18+ months, it can still be engaging and appropriate for a preschooler. Every activity includes clearly outlined modifications, so it's easy to adapt for different ages and stages.
Can I use one membership with multiple children?
Yes! One MKAP™ Experience membership is for your entire family, so you can use it with all of your children.
In fact, many families join when their first child is around 15 months old and choose the Lifetime Membership. With one payment, they can revisit the activities year after year as younger siblings grow into them, making it an investment the whole family benefits from for years to come.
Do I need to buy a lot of materials each month?
Not at all! MKAP™ Experience is designed around simple, everyday learning using materials you already have at home, from your kitchen, craft cupboard, or recycling bin.
We recommend a few quality materials, like animal figures or life cycle sets, but they're timeless investments, not one-time purchases. Your child will return to them again and again, exploring them in new ways and at a deeper level as they grow.
When do I get the supply list?
Always One Step Ahead. On the 18th of every month, your Materials & Supply List and carefully curated Themed Book List are added to the Members Hub, giving you plenty of time to gather everything you need before the new month begins.
P.S. We've also included an Evergreen Materials List, a collection of reusable essentials you'll purchase just once and use throughout the year, making monthly preparation simple, stress-free, and more affordable.
What if I'm not in the U.S.?
You're in great company! The MKAP™ Experience is enjoyed by families all over the world. Our checkout accepts major international payment methods and automatically converts prices into your local currency.
If you can't attend our monthly live calls, don't worry. Every call is recorded, so you can watch whenever it suits you.
Most of our curriculum is built around universal themes, like Ocean, Community Helpers, and Cold & Polar Regions. While we occasionally include activities for seasonal or cultural holidays, you'll always have access to an extensive Bonus Vault filled with alternative activities, so you'll never run out of meaningful learning if a particular theme isn't the right fit for your family.
How long do I have access to each MKAP™ Experience plan?
Each MKAP™ Experience plan is available in the Members Hub until midnight on the last day of the month.
Before the month ends, simply download your PlayPrints™ Pack, which includes all of the month's printables and your monthly calendar. The printables are yours to keep and use with your family forever.
On the first day of each month, a brand new MKAP™ Experience is released and replaces the previous month's plan in the Members Hub.
P.S. Missed a month or want to revisit a favorite theme? Past MKAP™ Experience plans are available to purchase separately, subject to availability.
Will I receive any physical products in the mail?
No. All resources in the MKAP™ Experience are digital, so you can access them anytime, from anywhere in the world.
Each month, you'll find your activities, printables, supply lists, and planning resources inside the Members Hub. Simply download what you need, gather a few everyday materials, and you're ready to create meaningful learning moments with your child.
What is the cancellation policy?
You’re in the driver’s seat. To cancel, go to the ‘Me’ section and click Account.
Your access to the Members Hub and our Facebook group continues until the end of your current billing period, so download your PlayPrints™ Pack before then. Payments already made are not refunded, apart from the 30-day money-back guarantee.
If you ever want to come back, you’re welcome to rejoin at the current rate. See Terms & Conditions.
Why can't I see all the past months?
Because access was never the problem. You already have more ideas saved than you could use in three years. What you don't have is a decision already made for you. One month opens. The previous one closes. You are never standing in front of a full folder choosing what to do today. You are doing this month. A full folder is not a plan.
How much prep does this really take?
The supply list comes out around the 18th for the following month, so you see everything two weeks before it starts. One shopping trip covers you. Day to day, most activities take a few minutes to set out, and every printable for the month arrives in one file, so you print once and you're done.
I have kids at different ages. Does it work for all of them?
Yes, and that describes most of our members. Every activity includes guidance for adjusting it up or down across 18 months to 6 years. In practice, the older one runs the activity and the younger one works beside them with their own version. Same table, same theme, different work.
My child is almost 7. Is it too late?
Straight answer: the plan is built for 18 months to 6 years, so nearly seven is the edge. Plenty of families keep going and use it mainly for the cultural work, the art and crafts and the read-alouds, which hold up well past six. But if your child is seven or older and you want a full fit, this isn't it, and I'd rather say so now than take your money.
My child is younger than 18 months.
You're early, and early is a good place to be. Our youngest member is 12 months. Another joined at 15. Most activities are marked "Age to Start: 18 months," so at this stage you'd be adapting rather than following along exactly. In practice, that usually means the sensory work, the pouring and transferring, and the book list. The rest waits a few months, and it'll still be there when they're ready for it.
And if you'd rather wait until they're closer to eighteen months, that's a completely reasonable call.
I'm a teacher, a nanny, or a grandparent. Is this for parents only?
Not at all. There's a separate Teacher and Educator plan for anyone using it with children beyond their own family, and a good number of our members are exactly that. [More here. ]
What materials do I need?
Household things, mostly. Rice, water, tongs, paper, glue, whatever you already have in a kitchen drawer. Anything less common shows up on the supply list two weeks ahead so you're never caught out.
Do I have to print in color?
They're designed in color, and the color is a big part of what makes a small child want to pick them up. But I built them with your ink in mind. There's no background color on most pages, which uses a fraction of what a full-bleed printable would. An ordinary home printer handles them easily.
And if you'd rather not print at all, plenty of families send the PlayPrints™ Pack, which is one PDF with every template for the month, to Staples or Walgreens and collect it done.
When will I receive access to the resources after signing up?
Immediately! As soon as you join the MKAP™ Experience, you'll receive instant access to the Members Hub.
Inside, you'll find:
- Start Here
- Current Month's MKAP™ Experience
- Bonus Vault
-Mini Minds Section
-Brain Bites
-Masterclasses
-Mini Minds Section
-Brain Bites
-Masterclasses
You'll also have access to the current month's PlayPrints™ Pack, which includes all printables, your monthly calendar, and everything you need to get started right away.
What are the billing/subscription options?
Monthly Membership
Members are billed USD $24 per month. Billing occurs automatically each month to ensure uninterrupted access. You may cancel at any time, and your membership will remain active until the end of your current 30-day billing cycle.
Annual Membership
Members are billed USD $197 per year. You may cancel at any time, and your membership will remain active through the end of your current paid annual term. The annual plan saves you $91 compared with twelve months at the monthly rate.
Lifetime Access Option
You may also choose a One-Time Payment Lifetime Access option. With a single payment of USD $497, you receive lifetime access to the core MKAP™ program, as long as it remains available online. This option does not require renewals or recurring fees.
Past MKAP™ plans are not included in a membership or Lifetime Access, but may be purchased separately, subject to availability.
Can I start on one plan and upgrade later?
Yes. If you upgrade to the annual or Lifetime plan within your first 30 days, the monthly payment you have already made rolls over to the new plan.
Moving from annual to Lifetime works a little differently. Upgrade within your first 30 days and the unused part of your annual payment is prorated and credited toward the Lifetime price.
Either way, email Anya@MontessoriFromTheHeart.com or reach out through “Ask Instructor” and I’ll make the switch for you. If you are past your first 30 days, email me.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes. MKAP™ comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Email Team@MontessoriFromTheHeart.com within 30 days of your original purchase and include proof that you completed the monthly plan, such as photos or notes of the activities you did.
Approved refunds go back to your original payment method, less non-refundable processing and transaction fees. Courses and other digital products are not refundable. Full details are in our Terms & Conditions.
eCourses FAQ
Is this a digital product?
Are courses set as a subscription with recurring monthly fees?
No, courses are not a recurring subscription. Courses are a Lifetime access. You pay a one-time fee. And you n e v e r pay extra for newly added activities, lesson plans, or printable(s).
How long do I have access to eMontessori From The Heart® School courses?
You receive lifetime access to your course, meaning access for the lifetime of the program, as long as the course remains available online through eMontessori From The Heart School®.
How is Monthly Kids Activities Plan (MKAP™ ) differ from Courses?
The MKAP operates on a subscription model with a flexible monthly payment plan that you can cancel at any time. In contrast, our courses are a one-time fee and offer lifetime access. It's important to note that while the MKAP doesn't strictly adhere to the Montessori method, the Plan offers a wide range of simple, budget-friendly, and engaging daily activities to enjoy with your child, all carefully structured in a guided monthly calendar.
If you prefer a more Montessori-focused approach or specialized thematic and cultural studies, our courses are an ideal choice. Regardless of your selection, all the activities are rooted in an experiential hands-on learning-by-doing method.
*You can also choose a One-Time Payment Lifetime Access option for MKAP™, which gives you access to the core program for the lifetime of the course, as long as it remains available online. See Terms & Conditions.
If you prefer a more Montessori-focused approach or specialized thematic and cultural studies, our courses are an ideal choice. Regardless of your selection, all the activities are rooted in an experiential hands-on learning-by-doing method.
*You can also choose a One-Time Payment Lifetime Access option for MKAP™, which gives you access to the core program for the lifetime of the course, as long as it remains available online. See Terms & Conditions.
When can I access eMontessori From The Heart School® courses?
As soon as you purchase, you will have full access to courses. MKAP, on the other hand, is a subscription where you get access to one monthly plan at a time. Once you create a user name and password login, you will see the courses and subscriptions that you have purchased.
Why should I join when a staggering number of freebies are scattered all over the internet?
Fantastic question! Well, f r e e does not always mean quality. Trust me, back a decade ago, I would print every free resource just to find it so unappealing, incomplete, or irrelevant. So, yep, those printed pages remained untouched and unused. So, save your ink and join the community!
What makes this platform different?
This platform is built on a simple truth: information does not equal transformation.
You can find activities, ideas, and lesson plans anywhere. What most parents are missing isn’t information: it’s support, consistency, and connection.
What makes this platform different is the community-centered experience. Here, you’re learning alongside other parents who are navigating the same stages, asking the same questions, and showing up together. That shared experience creates clarity, confidence, and momentum that isolated learning simply can’t provide.
Instead of feeling overwhelmed or second-guessing yourself, you’re supported by:
-A like-minded community of parents and caregivers
-Ongoing guidance and shared experiences
-A learning environment designed to encourage follow-through, not perfection
This is a place where learning happens with others, because real growth doesn’t happen alone.
If the Montessori method encourages to "follow a child," how are thematic studies congruent with such a principle?
Our role is to "prepare the environment" for a child to be inspired to learn. We are here to sustain their curiosity, ignite the love of learning and leverage their intrinsic motivation. "Following the child" does not imply a lack of order, schedule, or lesson plans. By exposing a child to different themes and studies, we widen their horizon and discover their aptitudes, natural inclinations, and interests. Diversified exposure is particularly beneficial for the younger ones (birth to 6 years), when children's brain is like a sponge, absorbing everything effortlessly and with great enthusiasm.
What are thematic unit studies & how do they work?
Themed unit studies, often referred to as 'thematic' studies, have the power to significantly enrich your homeschooling curriculum. Be it a Dinosaur theme, Bugs, Landmarks, Clouds and Water Cycle, or a Holiday theme, they immerse children in specific areas of study, transforming learning into a new and exciting adventure. Through a hands-on approach, thematic unit studies allow our children to explore subjects in-depth, fostering experiential and discovery-based learning. These themes breathe new life into activities by adding a fresh perspective, crafting dynamic shelf setups, turning books into immersive experiences, engaging in sensory exploration, and infusing language and math activities with creative twists. It's a holistic educational journey that brings subjects to life from various perspectives and dimensions, infusing a vibrant outlook into what might otherwise seem mundane.
So, the beauty of thematic unit studies is that we can create a prepared environment for the child to embrace hands-on learning in a new and exciting way. And the best part is that unit studies can be simplified for younger children or expanded for older ones. So, you have ample flexibility within a themed study to spark questions and discussions or delve deeper into a topic of interest, should they desire so.
What is the difference between Themed Courses and Montessori Courses?
Themed courses, such as Winter Course, Leaves Botany Course, Frogs Amphibians Course, etc., are a part of 'thematic unit studies' and they can be repeated year after year since activities can be simplified for younger children and expanded for older ones. Montessori Courses on the other hand, such as Language and Math, offer a 2-6 curriculum that you will follow in order. You would only repeat an activity if a child was not developmentally ready for it or as a review.
Do I need to purchase a lot of Montessori materials?
Not a lot is needed. To implement Montessori lessons, you would typically purchase some basic materials. However, with MKAP, the required materials are very minimal. I suggest essential Montessori materials based on your budget, which you can find in the suggested Material List under the BASICs course.
I also aim to offer DIY alternatives, when feasible, should you decide to make them yourself.
Additionally, I design and offer printable materials to promote active, hands-on learning.
Do I need to dedicate an entire room to homeschool?
No. One low, long shelf is sufficient. You can also repurpose existing shelves in your home, such as TV stands, which are generally low to the ground and at child-view level. The aim is to have open cubbies that are easily accessible to the child, fostering independence and organization.
What are the basic materials that I would need?
- A low, child-accessible shelf (recommended to be longer than taller)
- 2-3 trays for organizing activities on the shelf
- A floor mat to define the workspace and area
- Small bowls, baskets, or containers for storage
- A printer, along with ink and printing paper
- Child-sized scissors and adult scissors (a paper trimmer is recommended)
- Writing and coloring utensils such as pencils and pens
- Glue and tape for various projects
- Art and craft materials
- 1.5-inch folders for organizing papers
- A hole puncher, both single and three-hole varieties
What is the benefit of repeating the Themed Courses with my child each year?
It is essential to repeat thematic courses again and again with children because little ones learn through repetition. Practice and repetition bring on progress. What a two-year-old brain is able to encode and absorb will be quite different from a 4-year-old's brain assimilation process. For example, while studying a "Part of a Leaf" a two-year old might explore the subject through shading, naming maybe a blade and midrib, while a four-year old, will be able to cut and paste parts of a leaf, and name other more complex parts as well. As children's brain matures, you can expand on a topic, delve deeper into a subject, or utilize extension works. As children learn and master new skills, they will be able to apply them in different ways while exploring the same topic. So, repetition will help children more thoroughly encode the information is new ways and allow for better retention.
I have different-aged children at home. Can courses be used for multiple ages?
Absolutely! Our courses are designed with flexibility in mind, making them suitable for families with children of various ages. Whether you have toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners, or a mix of age groups, our unit study-style learning can be adapted to cater to their unique needs.
And although the courses are specifically crafted to cater to the unique needs of children within the 2-6 year age range, they offer engaging activities suitable for children as young as 18 months, providing a gentle introduction to the themes. For those aged 6-7 who are ready for more advanced exploration, our courses also offer extension activities that can challenge and enrich their learning experience.
The beauty of our courses lies in their adaptability. You can adjust the pace and depth of the activities to suit each child's developmental stage, ensuring that everyone in your household can benefit from the same themes while experiencing age-appropriate challenges and enrichment. It's a wonderful way to foster a shared learning experience that accommodates the diverse ages of your children.
How do young children acquire knowledge or learn?
Young children have an incredible capacity for rapid learning. Their minds are like sponges, eagerly absorbing information. During this stage, it's important not to place undue pressure on them for memorization or prolonged concentration. Instead, the goal is to introduce information that aligns with their natural absorption process, helping them recognize and retain it through repetition. Essentially, we're laying the foundation for information pathways in their developing brains.
Also, it is important to notice your child's 'sensitive period' when they become deeply engrossed in one particular activity. During these phases, they may repeat the same activity incessantly because it fascinates them. It's crucial during these moments not to disrupt their concentration but to encourage and support their interests. For instance, my son, Adrian, was captivated by construction vehicles at the age of 2, and his pretend play would extend for hours. The primary message here is to let children play and learn organically, focusing on hands-on learning experiences. Avoid pushing them into formal learning at these tender ages; instead, let them thrive through the joy of play-based learning.
Is this a community?
Yes! This is a private learning community of like-minded parents, caregivers, and educators. You will find a family of powerful people who are on this journey with you. On this platform, I encourage you to connect with the tribe [The Community Tab] and share your Aha moments, your triumphs, or your challenges! You can open a discussion, ask a question, post a poll, or comment under any lesson or activity. You can follow other members, change your profile photo, and track your learning progress. Remember, learning is not solo; it is social. Together, everyone learns more!
Also, when you become a member, you can join our Private Facebook Group - HERE.
Also, when you become a member, you can join our Private Facebook Group - HERE.
Are these DIY-friendly courses or do I need to have Montessori materials?
You do not need to have Montessori materials to enjoy these courses. I have designed many Montessori-inspired lessons around DIY materials and printables. However, you can incorporate authentic didactic Montessori materials into the lessons if you wish. You will have an option to make the DIYs or use the traditional Montessori material.
Do I need to homeschool 8 hours to utilize customized curriculum?
No. The beauty of homeschooling is that with just one to three hours of one-on-one interaction, a child can absorb more than they would during a full eight-hour day at a conventional or even a Montessori school. I suggest a one to three-hour work cycle, tailored to your family environment.
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