Montessori Practical Life Materials for Toddlers & Preschool

This outstanding activity set gives children hands-on experience using the three primary colors to create secondary colors. It can be introduced as part of Practical Life exercises, and later extended into Sensorial, Art, and Early Science areas.

Large white plastic tray includes 3 clear glass bottles with eye droppers, 3 small glass bowls, and 1 large glass bowl. 
Food coloring not included.

An enjoyable hands-on activity involves utilizing the three fundamental colors to produce secondary colors. Children develop fine motor skills, concentration, and coordination while also exploring scientific concepts through experimentation.

This preliminary exercise, sorting by color, is a chance to perfect an isolated skill.

Before children approach more complex activities, they must first master the basics.

The whole set includes:

One square ceramic dish (2.75”x 2.75”), one 3-compartment dish (6”x 2.5”), six ceramic beads, and a small size tray (10”x 7”).

Locks and Keys with Wooden Tray is a beautifully crafted Montessori activity designed to refine hand coordination and strengthen concentration. Children are naturally fascinated by locks, turning the key, hearing the click, and discovering how things open and close.

Through this work, they also experience the Montessori principle of Control of Error: if the key doesn’t fit, they immediately see and correct the mistake by themselves. This gives a deep sense of satisfaction, independence, and confidence.

The complete set includes:

🔑 Key Matching Game | Montessori-Inspired Visual Discrimination Activity

Support your child's cognitive development with this beautifully crafted Key Matching Game, designed to foster visual discrimination, logical thinking, and concentration — all essential Montessori early learning skills.

Opening & Closing Activity – Set 1 is a Montessori Practical Life exercise that strengthens fine motor skills, hand–eye coordination, and concentration. Children love the real challenge of opening and closing different purses, then returning each one to the basket with care.

As they work, children experience the Montessori idea of control of error: if a closure doesn’t open or close, they notice it and try again independently. This builds confidence and patience.

The set includes:

• 5 fabric purses, each with a different closure (examples: drawstring, zipper, snap, clasp)
• Small willow basket for presentation and storage

Perfect for children aged 3–6 years at home or in the classroom.

Opening & Closing Activity – Set 2 is a Montessori Practical Life exercise that helps children strengthen coordination, concentration, and independence through real, purposeful work. Each container has a different type of closure that invites curiosity and problem-solving.

As children explore each lid and discover how it opens and closes, they naturally practice patience, precision, and self-correction — key elements of Montessori learning. The activity also refines fine motor control and prepares the hand for later writing skills.

The set includes:

This Matryoshka set includes five nesting dolls, each featuring a different animal from the "Tiger Tavi" series.

Children will enjoy opening and closing these wooden dolls!

The animals included in this set are:

1. Tavi the Tiger - The main character of the series, a friendly tiger.
2. A Giraffe - Tall with a playful design.
3. A Monkey - Cute and curious, adding to the jungle theme.
4. A Lion - Strong and regal, representing the wild.
5. A Parrot - Bright and colorful, bringing additional vibrancy to the set.

These dolls are made of wood and come in the traditional nesting doll style, but with an adorable animal theme.

Nesting Dolls (Matryoshka)

These colorful wooden dolls fit one inside the other, from biggest to smallest. Children can open each doll to find a smaller one inside, all the way to the tiniest one.

This activity helps children develop:

• Fine motor skills: opening and closing the dolls with care
• Size discrimination: arranging from largest to smallest
• Concentration and order

The bright red dolls with floral patterns are fun to explore and easy for little hands to hold. A perfect way to introduce cultural learning and hands-on discovery.

Tallest doll: 16 cm (6.5 inches)

Age recommendation: 3 to 6 years

Squeezing a Sponge Activity is one of the classic Montessori Practical Life exercises that children love. It teaches important concepts such as wet and dry, full and empty, while developing coordination and hand strength.

Through careful observation and repetition, children discover how a sponge absorbs and releases water. This simple, calming activity promotes concentration, control of movement, and independence. It also strengthens the muscles of the hand and wrist, preparing the child for writing.

The set includes:

• 2 glass bowls
• 1 natural sponge
• 1 white tray for presentation

Perfect for children aged 3–5 years, both at home and in the classroom.

Spooning Set is a classic Montessori Practical Life activity that helps children develop concentration, coordination, and control of movement. Using a small spoon to transfer materials from one bowl to another strengthens the wrist and prepares the hand for writing.

Children love this simple yet satisfying exercise. They practice careful hand movements, learn to avoid spills, and experience the calm rhythm of repetition. It also nurtures independence and pride in purposeful work.

The set includes:

• 1 small-size plastic tray (9.8 x 7.5 inches)
• 2 small porcelain dishes (4.5D x 2.5H inches)
• 1 porcelain spoon

Perfect for children aged 3–6 years, both at home and in the Montessori classroom.

Spooning Activities Set is a classic Montessori Practical Life exercise that develops concentration, coordination, and control of movement. Children use a small spoon to transfer materials such as beans, rice, or beads from one bowl to another, learning to move slowly and carefully without spilling.

This simple, satisfying activity supports independence and builds fine motor strength needed for writing and self-care. The calm rhythm of spooning helps children focus and enjoy purposeful work.

The set includes:

• 1 medium-size plastic tray (12 x 9 inches)
• 2 glass dishes
• 1 porcelain spoon

Perfect for children aged 3–6 years, both at home and in the Montessori classroom.

This exercise presents pouring water or grain from one small pitcher to another pitcher of the same size.

Rice or water can be colored.

Grasping a handle and pouring water or grains helps children develop fine motor control.

This set includes:

- Small size tray (10”x 7.5”).

- Two small-size clear glass pitchers (100 ml each) with handles; 2.25" base x 2.75" deep.