Montessori: toys inspired by this educational method
Have you heard of the Montessori method? It's a way of educating your little one as they play and learn at the same time. Montessori toys are designed to be fun for kids and keep them entertained, but they also enhance children's experience-based learning.
Toys can keep kids occupied and having fun for hours! At IKEA, you can find a selection of Montessori toys that are perfect for every age. Let's play!
What are Montessori toys like?
The key point is that the toys are inspired by reality rather than being fantastical, and they promote free play – it's the little ones themselves setting their imaginations in motion as they experience the world around them, which stimulates their creativity, concentration and fine psychomotor skills. One thing to bear in mind is what the toys are made of – they can be environmentally friendly and made of sustainable or recycled natural materials. That being said, the key thing about Montessori toys isn't the material, but rather the philosophy: helping little ones develop their creativity and autonomy. But mums and dads! You've got a really valuable role to play in this phase. You need to guide them and help them discover things, and observe them closely to find the right toy for every moment so they can get the most out of them and have more enjoyment. You'll find a selection of educational and durable Montessori toys grouped by age here, but remember: the choice of toy will depend on their level of development. Every baby develops at their own speed!
Organise your Montessori toys
Order is another important factor for giving kids the autonomy they need. So let us give you some ideas for organising your Montessori toys. • Make sure Montessori toys are accessible and visible at their height, so they can reach everything and get their toy independently. • Rather than jumbling them all together, keep your toys on rotation. That way, you can avoid jumbling them up, refresh your organisation and spark your little one's interest. • A reading corner at their height, and with the covers visible, lets kids choose the children's books that they're most interested in at that moment. We know that everyday life can leave your house looking not how you want it, but don't worry! But it does help kids take more care of their things and put things away before getting another toy out.
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