10 Ideas for Creating a Montessori Environment at Home for Your Toddler

Setting up a Montessori-inspired play environment doesn’t have to be difficult, and it doesn’t have to cost a lot of money! The Montessori classroom is set up to promote independence and attentiveness.

When you put some thought into the design of your child’s “environment” (work and living area), you’ll notice that he or she naturally gravitates to the space and engages with the work in the way that you planned. This article will show you how to construct habitats that are more considerate, efficient, and caring for the children (or adults!) that live there.

Keep it simple.

For your Montessori toddler area at home, “less is more.” This makes it easy for your toddler to remember where each thing belongs and to retain the order.

Create a relaxing environment.

The less distracting and relaxing the environment, the better your child’s concentration will be.

“The child should live in an environment of beauty.” —Maria Montessori

Place your order

A Montessori environment promotes order by assigning each item to a specific shelf rather than a large play bin containing a variety of unconnected items. For toddlers, order is relaxing because it is predictable—they know where everything goes

Include a place to work.

It’s ideal to have a modest table with a chair or a rug to sit on. Working in a comfortable position allows you to increase the amount of time you spend concentrating and repeating.

Consider the child’s proportions.

Montessori classrooms have child-sized furniture and materials are kept on low shelves where the child can reach them.

Include nature in your plans.

Nature and the interiors are link by windows. Natural light stimulates the body’s natural mood stabilizer, which soothes the body and mind, according to research. Plants, flowers, and an appreciation for nature’s offerings are all effective ways to improve a room.

If at all feasible, select a room with plenty of natural light.

Use realistic pictures that are at the children’s eye level or height.

There should be a few books and a place to rest the body.

Make a space where a child can relax, unwind, or cool down and recover from a stressful experience. A large pillow, a soft rug, and a comfortable chair next to a window or with a low light lamp are some examples.

 

Fewer options/rotation of toys

This does not imply you should get rid of all of  the toys, but you should probably put some away. Having only a few items out and rotating them on a regular basis encourages your child to concentrate on what is accessible. It’ll be almost as if it’s the first time they’ve seen it every time you get one out (and you save some money).

Cleanliness

It may be beneficial to consider what is easier to clean or dry in the event of an accident. But, most importantly, do what works best for you!

We really hope that these few examples contribute to the improvement of the environment in which children and adults live. A few minor adjustments can make a significant difference in each child’s well-being.

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