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Toddler Painting Activities Offer Layers of Valuable Learning

Posted: October 25, 2020

Toddler painting is layered with practical life learning experiences and more! When an invitation to paint is offered to the toddler, it is almost always received with great enthusiasm. And as an activity, it becomes a great opportunity for layers of learning. With a little advance thought, painting as an activity can include practical life, sensorial, language,

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Tags: Activities for grandchildren, Art for kids, Balance, Concentration, Confidence, Early learning, Eye-hand coordination, Focus, Grandparenting, Hands-on learning, Innate development, Montessori at Home, Montessori grandparent, Painting with toddlers, Process not prduct, The Prepared Nest, Toddler activity, Toddler art, Toddler art activity

Prepared In The Kitchen for Practical Life

By Julie Mitaro

Posted: February 7, 2019

“He who is served is limited in his independence.” Dr. Maria Montessori When our grandchildren or young friends visit, I add a ‘Practical Life’ shelf to our kitchen. A home environment that serves the child is critical for their optimal development and independence. My work with children in our home has confirmed its importance. Especially

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Tags: Confidence, Early learning, Fine motor skills, fostering independence, Gross motor skills, Independence, Montessori, Montessori at Home, Montessori practical life, Practical life skills