Montessori

I really enjoy reading new things to the kids by learning through play and what better way to hone in on those found motor skills then Montessori learning.

We've been collecting milk caps for quite a while, and Owen slips them through the opening in an empty wipes box.

Another way he plays is by copying mommy in the kitchen. Mommy is cooking dinner, so Owen is cooking with a bowl and a big spoon. Usually Lily helps here as well.

I also made my own lacing games for him. I drew a couple shapes (train and a mitten) then punched holes in them along the edge. Then he takes a shoelace and weaves it in and out.

We use legos alot for our learning, and another big favorite is our dress up toys. The kids dress up and play construction with hammer and nails (we have one that's Fisher price, one that's Melissa and Doug).

There are a few different ways we practice sorting. Cards, legos, race cars. I have to keep it bigger because of Lily, otherwise good options world be pom poms and pony beads.

My next project is to get a pool noodle and I'll cut it down to giant pony beads, and he can string them on a rope. Another thing on the to-do list is to take a old code tin and cut holes in the top, then he can push pipe cleaners through the holes.

I'll try to get some pictures up.soon!