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Montessori Practical Life Materials for Toddlers & Preschool

Montessori child using practical life cloth washing stand

The first learning materials that the child is likely to encounter in the Montessori classroom are those that make up the Montessori practical life curriculum. The young child enters the Children’s House which reflects an extension of home with some of the same kinds of activities which are typically human.
Practical Life Activities strengthen and develop a characteristically human foundation to the personality, of co-ordination of movement (unity of thought, will, action). They are most important to the whole development of the child.
These are activities that involve pouring different materials, using utensils such as scissors, tongs and tweezers, cleaning and polishing, preparing snacks, laying the table and washing dishes, arranging flowers, gardening, doing up and undoing clothes fastenings, and so on. 
Their aims, in addition to developing the child’s skills for independent living (“Help me to do it by myself”), are to build up the child’s gross and fine motor control and eye-hand co-ordination, to introduce them to the cycle of selecting, initiating, completing and tidying up an activity, and to introduce the rules for functioning in the social setting of the Montessori classroom.
 

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Blue Apron

Sturdy polyester fabric aprons work well with different Practical Life activities. Velcro-tabbed, front-fastening style. Children can put this apron on and take it off independently. 20" long in front, 10" in back, 12½ - 17" wide. Perfect size for children ages 3-6. Machine wash; hang to dry.

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1.06.01
$17.10
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Green Apron

Sturdy polyester fabric aprons work well with different Practical Life activities. Velcro-tabbed, front-fastening style. Children can put this apron on and take it off independently. 20" long in front, 10" in back, 12½ - 17" wide. Perfect size for children ages 3-6. Machine wash; hang to dry.

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1.06.02
$17.10
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Red Apron

Sturdy polyester fabric aprons work well with different Practical Life activities. Velcro-tabbed, front-fastening style. Children can put this apron on and take it off independently. 20" long in front, 10" in back, 12½ - 17" wide. Perfect size for children ages 3-6. Machine wash; hang to dry.

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1.06.03
$17.10
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Yellow Apron

Sturdy polyester water-resistant fabric aprons work well with different Practical Life activities.

Velcro-tabbed, front-fastening style.

Children can put this apron on and take it off independently.

20" long in front, 10" in back, 12½ - 17" wide.

Perfect size for children ages 3-6. Machine wash; hang to dry.

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1.06.04
$17.10
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Orange Apron

Sturdy polyester fabric aprons work well with different Practical Life activities. Velcro-tabbed, front-fastening style. Children can put this apron on and take it off independently. 20" long in front, 10" in back, 12½ - 17" wide. Perfect size for children ages 3-6. Machine wash; hang to dry.

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1.06.05
$17.10
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Red Polka Dot Apron

This child-sized red polka dot apron is perfect for Montessori activities at home or in the classroom.
Designed for children ages 3 to 6, it’s ideal for kitchen tasks, practical life lessons, and hands-on learning.
Great for pouring, food prep, washing, and baking.
Made from durable, easy-to-clean fabric.
Encourages independence, focus, and responsibility in young children.
A must-have accessory for any Montessori environment or family that loves learning through real-life activities.
Perfect for Montessori homeschooling and early childhood classrooms.


Size: 19.5 x 20.7 inches (49.5 x 52.5 cm).

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1.06.09
$16.20
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Red Waterproof Apron

This waterproof apron is ideal for classroom activities, designed to keep kids clean and dry during arts, crafts, and other creative projects.

Made from durable heavy fabric, it has a soft-to-the-skin inner layer for comfort.

The cross elastic straps on the back provide an adjustable, secure fit, allowing kids to easily put the apron on and take it off while keeping it in place.

With a size of 57 x 57 cm, it offers full coverage to protect clothing while allowing freedom of movement.

Ages 3+

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1.06.09A
$9.00
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Folding Activity Set

These cloths give children a chance to practice folding, gain confidence, and then apply folding skills to putting away towels and cloths. Blue cloths are stitched in a contrasting color along the folding lines.

Each set includes 5 cloths: four cloths, each with a different stitched folding pattern, and one extra cloth without lines.

Crease-resistant cloths are 10¼" square (26x26cm) with serged edges.

The lightweight  hardwood tray measures 11¼" square outside (28x28cm).

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1.06.10
$44.10
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Flower Arranging Activity 

This beautifully prepared Montessori Activity – includes all the tools a child needs to practice flower arranging while developing fine motor skills, concentration, and a sense of order.

The set contains:

 

* Tray to organize all materials

* 3 assorted vases 

* Glass pitcher for pouring water

* Clear bowl for discarded leaves or stems

* Child-sized scissors

* Small funnel for easy water transfer

* 3 Decorative paper doilies

* Sponge for drying spills

* Small towel with a floral print

* A decorative vinyl table mat

* Child-sized apron

 

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1.06.11
$48.60
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Glass/Mirror Polishing Activity

This set includes all materials needed for a child to practice polishing a glass/mirror:

 

* A white plastic tray with handles

* A heart-shaped handheld mirror 

* A small glass bowl (caster cup)

* A plastic bottle for polishing liquid (prepared by the teacher using a mixture of vinegar and water)

* A sponge

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1.06.12
$19.80
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Shoe/Leather Polishing Activity

This classic Montessori Practical Life activity helps children develop independence, concentration, and coordination while learning how to care for their belongings.

 

The whole set Includes:

 

* Stiff brush

* Polish brush

* Beeswax polish bar – natural and child-safe. 

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1.06.12A
$60.30
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