Top 5 Items for a Children's Montessori Inspired Home
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How to Create a Montessori Inspired Home for your Child
Hi everyone! My name is Kieley, and I am a proud mama of two. We have been incorporating montessori inspired routines into our home over the last year, and I have seen such positive changes in my toddlers independence, patience and belief in herself! I'm sure many of you have heard someone mention the Montessori Method, or seen a sign somewhere around your town advertising a montessori classroom, but if you aren't familiar with what the montessori method actually is, it has to do with fostering independence for your young child by creating a safe environment that allows them to learn by DOING.
A simple example of this is setting up a space by the front door for your toddler to put on their shoes and grab a jacket. Picture a toddler sized bench with space for a pair or two of shoes underneath, and a small hook on the wall for one jacket. This space allows your toddler to independently put their shoes on/take their shoes off, and grab a jacket if it's chilly outside! This is one, very simple example shows just how easy it can be to create learning experiences for your kiddos. A "montessori children's house" doesn't have to be complicated, and I have found so many great items that foster montessori learning in our home! Because when the environment is well thought out, montessori learning can be an easy and natural process.
Here are my favorite items for a Children's Montessori Inspired Home
1. ECR4Kids Dress Up Center with Mirror
I love this dress up center from ECR! ECR4Kids is one of my favorite furniture brands for my kiddos because their items are Greenguard Gold Certified. I really prioritize this rating when furniture shopping because I know that they are less likely to offgas or create a toxic environment in my home. The hanging rack can display 2-3 outfits for your child to choose from each morning, and the shelves can hold a pair of undergarments, jacket, socks, and shoes - everything your child needs to independently get ready in the morning (and the opportunity to choose their outfit themselves, which they will probably love)!!
Greenguard Gold Certified
Anti-tip
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2. Lovevery, The Montessori Playshelf, 2-in-1 Storage Shelf
Lovevery has created the perfect montessori inspired shelf. It features an open shelf design with hidden storage behind the actual shelves (they thought about all of us who love a good toy rotation!). This shelf can help you create a beautiful environment for your child that engages their natural curiosity. When they see 3-5 toys on their play shelf (versus an overwhelming number of cluttered toys in a bin), they are invited to play and engage in independent learning.
Made of 100% Baltic Birch
Hidden storage with soft close hinges
Easy access shelving
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3. ECR4Kids Single-Sided Book Display
This book shelf displays books forward facing, allowing your child to actually see each book and think about which one they want to read. The key to using a bookshelf like this in your home is only putting a few books in each row. By doing so, you are creating a calm and inviting atmosphere, versus a crowded and overwhelming book zone. This thoughtfully prepared environment will invite your toddler to read, and you might be surprised how much more reading your tot actually chooses to do when the atmosphere is calm and inviting - sometimes less really is more.
Greenguard Gold Certified
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4. ECR4Kids Kiddo Bench
This bench is a great option for setting up a shoe station near your front door or in your mud room. Having designated areas for things like putting on/away shoes makes it easier for your child to practice these skills independently, often and safely. This bench is sized just right for a pair or two of your child's favorite shoes to go underneath, and a small basket of clean socks. By thoughtfully selecting furniture pieces that are appropriate for your child's years of age, you are creating a nurturing environment that allows them to learn at their own pace. And this is what a montessori environment is all about.
Greenguard Gold Certified
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5. LOVEVERY, The Real Life Play Kitchen
This functional sink allows children to explore real-world tasks like washing their hands, a piece of fruit, or a dish! The first time I saw this play sink I was so excited and impressed! It is a beautiful blend of montessori materials and embodies functional play that kids will love!
Recommended age group is 18 months - 5+ years
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