Montessori Hand Squeezed Juice Activity
Warm weather calls for fun activities to help us cool down. Here is a great one; a Montessori hand-squeezed juice activity for toddlers and preschoolers! Making orange juice without the …
Practical Life
Why are Montessori Work Mats Important?
Montessori work mats are a common feature in Montessori classrooms and Montessori homes all over the world. What are they, though? What purpose do work mats serve in Montessori environments? …
Cooking with Your Montessori Toddler: Benefits and Recipes
In this article, you will get a basic overview of the benefits of involving your toddler in cooking activities. You will also get some simple and fun recipes your toddler …
How to Teach the Montessori Coat Flip
As it gets colder outside, you may be curious about ways to teach your child how to put on a coat. There’s no easier way to do this than what …
Montessori Grace and Courtesy Lessons and Activities
In this article, you will learn the importance of Grace and Courtesy in Montessori. You will also get ideas for Grace and Courtesy lessons and ideas.When considering education and schooling, …
Montessori and Sensory Bins: 20 Sensory Bin Activities
Sensory bins, for things like slime and colored rice, are very popular. But they are not a Montessori material and are typically not found in Montessori classrooms. Maria Montessori believed …
What are the Benefits of Practical Life Activities?
What are the benefits of Practical Life activities? Recently, I posted an article on a social media site that I had written on how to set up a dishwashing station …
How to Set Up a Dishwashing Station for Your Child
From the ages of 0-3 and beyond, Montessori is all about Practical Life Activities. These activities not only foster independence and teach life skills, but they encourage the development of …