Montessori Activities:Cleaning

OVERVIEW

Prep time: 5 minutes

Difficulty: Medium

Estimated Cost: Home-based objects

Mess level: Medium

Ideas

Spray bottle,Mini dustpan and brush,Mini mop,Dusters and sponges

Bowls for water etc,Window wiper

Instructions:

Give your child a mini brush set and see if they can sweep items into a particular space, or give them a basin of water with a window wipe and set them on the windows, if you are looking for more cleaning related activities get in touch.

Benefits:

Montessori saw layers of benefits in a simple activity such as washing a table: adaptation to the environment and culture, refinement of gross and fine motor skills, development of mental order, concentration, self-direction, and functional independence.

Good to know:

In Montessori education, practical life activities are the most important activities for toddlers and young preschoolers. Activities for the care of the environment are both fun and great for developing order, concentration, coordination, and independence.