Suggestions from Montessori Teachers
Posted on Tuesday, November 04, 2008
As your child’s motor skills grow, slowly allow him more opportunities to be involved in the daily life of your household. For example, when your child appears ready for an exercise like flower arranging, show him in detail the activity and explain the limits (e.g. “The pruning scissors are used only for cutting the flowers.”). Watch in a controlled environment as your child completes the work. With new work comes new responsibility. Make your child aware of this. If your child is not able to take responsibility for the work in a safe and appropriate way, put it away until you determine that the child is ready (this may be weeks or months). This increased participation will build his confidence, sense of self-worth and ownership in his environment and his family.
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