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Why practical life? Because toddlers usually enjoy it! But also think about all that is incorporated into a task like laundry: sequencing, gross motor work including maximum effort, fine motor work (pouring, posting, etc), and more! Plus it’s a simple opportunity for connection. If I’m being honest we don’t do laundry with my toddler all the time. Living in an apartment it just feels so much more overwhelming to bring him down to the laundry room BUT every time we do I am so glad we did and reso

This is why I love practical life so much. These simple everyday tasks done at my son’s speed give him all these things. They show him patience, they build attachment, they create a sense of belonging. There is a huge misconception about Montessori- that it is mostly about the wooden toys. While Montessori materials are part of it, especially in schools, they’re not the most important part (and what people think of as Montessori toys often aren’t but that’s a conversation for another day). You c

One of my favorite “Montessori” activities wherever we go is child-led walks. In a new place I love finding a park and letting him lead the way. Especially after a day where I feel like I’m giving more directions than I’d like this is the perfect activity. We often discover new things I wouldn’t have discovered otherwise too. Do you do child-led walks? #montessorioutside #montessorioutdoors #montessoritoddler #montessori #puddleparenting #babycantravel | Home and on the Way