Some understanding before looking through the activity ideas
Age appropriate activities
What is Montessori?
Montessori is a philosophy that was developed by Dr Maria Montessori in 1929. It is a method of education that is based on self-directed play/activity, hands-on learning and collaborative play. Its aim is to create independence in children from as early as possible; as well as building creative minds that are able to problem solve, focus and have an enjoyment for learning.
The Four Avenues of Learning:
The Montessori Method for is structured around four main avenues of learning:
- Practical Life (care of self, care of the environment, grace and courtesy and movement).
- Sensorial Development
- Development of Language (exposure to rich language, including the use of proper sentences)
- Early Preparation of the Mathematical Mind (Use of tangible materials to teach young children the abstract concepts of math.)
Top 3 Recommended Montessori Parenting Books
- The Montessori Toddler: A Parent’s Guide to Raising a Curious and Responsible Human Being. – By Simone Davies
- The Montessori Home. – By Ashley Yeh
- How To Raise An Amazing Child The Montessori Way. – By Tim Seldon


