Practical Life Activities

Creating a Montessori Space for your Preschooler

ByMaria

Creating a Montessori-Inspired Space for your Preschooler My little one is 4 and showing signs of readiness for language. He already attends school part-time, as he has a speech and language disorder. I’m concerned this may spill over into reading since the two are so closely linked. As with most academic skills, early intervention can…

A young child holding a watering can and watering plants in a raised garden bed, demonstrating hands-on learning and independence

The Importance of Montessori Practical Life Activities for Early Childhood Development

ByMaria

Photo by Filip Urban on Unsplash In our fast-paced, modern world, it’s easy to overlook the profound impact of small, everyday tasks on a child’s development. Yet, these seemingly simple activities—pouring water, sweeping crumbs, or folding laundry—lay the foundation for a lifetime of independence, focus, and confidence. In the Montessori philosophy, we call these Montessori…