MARIA MONTESSORI METHOD (for 0-6 month) infants
ABSORBENT MINDS
Maria Montessori observed how children learned a language without anyone teaching them. This sparked her idea for the “absorbent mind’. For children under the age of three, there is no need to have lessons in order to learn, as they simply absorb everything in the environment by experiencing it and being part of it. It is therefore important that the environment set-up is good, nice and positive, since this is what the child will absorb whether he chooses to or not.
Montessori Materials / ‘Toys’
A simple wooden A-frame would suffice for a child to look up and try to grasp. There is no need for fancy plastic ones that may break easily.
Fluffy toys, cloth books, small rattles and crocheted soft balls will allow the child to practice grasp and use of hands.
A silver rattle is especially wonderful for a young baby since it engages many of the senses. It has to be small and light enough for the baby to grasp it for a few moments at first and longer and longer later on. It can also provide auditory stimulation as it makes a soft sound and it can give sense of hot and cold as the child mouths it.
Wooden toys and rattles in particular are aesthetically beautiful, last long and give child a different, more natural texture than most plastic toys would. A child will mouth, bang and try many different things with the toys. Educational / engaging toys have to be strong enough to withstand the child’s growing years.
Crocheted soft balls are good for their tiny fingers to hook and grasp. Children will also follow the movement of the ball with their eyes.
BABY CLOTHING
The skin of babies is sensitive, so it is best to use natural fibres, such as pure cotton, as the material that touches the skin directly. It is also good to have most clothes in white or light pastel colors, as strong dyes may react with the child’s skin. For the comfort of a child it is advisable not to have any tight clothing, or clothing that may be small or tight around their arms or legs. Dress your child appropriately according to the weather, with jackets and socks when needed.
ABSORBENT MINDS
Maria Montessori observed how children learned a language without anyone teaching them. This sparked her idea for the “absorbent mind’. For children under the age of three, there is no need to have lessons in order to learn, as they simply absorb everything in the environment by experiencing it and being part of it. It is therefore important that the environment set-up is good, nice and positive, since this is what the child will absorb whether he chooses to or not.
Montessori Materials / ‘Toys’
A simple wooden A-frame would suffice for a child to look up and try to grasp. There is no need for fancy plastic ones that may break easily.
Fluffy toys, cloth books, small rattles and crocheted soft balls will allow the child to practice grasp and use of hands.
A silver rattle is especially wonderful for a young baby since it engages many of the senses. It has to be small and light enough for the baby to grasp it for a few moments at first and longer and longer later on. It can also provide auditory stimulation as it makes a soft sound and it can give sense of hot and cold as the child mouths it.
Wooden toys and rattles in particular are aesthetically beautiful, last long and give child a different, more natural texture than most plastic toys would. A child will mouth, bang and try many different things with the toys. Educational / engaging toys have to be strong enough to withstand the child’s growing years.
Crocheted soft balls are good for their tiny fingers to hook and grasp. Children will also follow the movement of the ball with their eyes.
BABY CLOTHING
The skin of babies is sensitive, so it is best to use natural fibres, such as pure cotton, as the material that touches the skin directly. It is also good to have most clothes in white or light pastel colors, as strong dyes may react with the child’s skin. For the comfort of a child it is advisable not to have any tight clothing, or clothing that may be small or tight around their arms or legs. Dress your child appropriately according to the weather, with jackets and socks when needed.
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25 Mar 2017