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Food Activities

Montessori Activity: Pouring a drink

montessori activity pouring a drinkAge: 12 months +

Items needed:

- child sized clear glass jug (for the child to be able to handle and see the amount of water)

- child sized clear glass

 The Activity

Ask the child to sit beside you. Pick up the jug with 2 hands, one at the handle and one in front or under the jug for support. This is not necessary for adults but for children with limited strength they need to do this activity independently with using two hands to avoid incidents.

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Montessori Activities for Toddlers: Food Preparation

montessori food activitiesActivities to do with a toddler in the kitchen

As toddlers grow they become more observant and helpful with the activities that parents do every day. These are what Maria Montessori calls Practical Life Activities. One important aspect of practical life is food preparation.

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