Montessori art

Are you looking for some new art trays to try? Here are eight that we've tried this week. Tape - my toddler is in a huge scissor phase so he likes this tray, I have coloured tape, children's scissors and card. The card is from Reverse Garbage but the back of cereal containers or other card packaging would work well too. The child cuts pieces of tape and arranges it on the card. Mirror - painting with a cotton bud on a mirror, fantastic for developing fine motor skills. We loooove using our…

Learn about Montessori Art Materials, Montessori Art Activities, and Montessori Art Shelf Ideas

Need a simple art activity for today? Let's try some circle art. This circle art activity combines some of our favorite art tools- paint, craft punches, lots of colorful paper, scissors, and glue! I haven't

There are lots of good reasons to include items from nature in our art trays. Nature items have different textures and smells and provide a different experience to using paper or other stationary items. Using items from nature also: demonstrates resourcefulness - using what is readily available in the environment promotes creativity and out of the box thinking promotes learning about seasons and seasonality - what resources are available and when respects our natural environment leads to…

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We've been doing a ton of art lately, more than cooking or other practical life activities. I love to pair a book and an art activity, this week we tried two art activities with Leo Lionni books! ❤️ Pairing the two helps to create a connection between the child and the book and it makes us look deeper into the story. Here are six art trays that we've enjoyed. Remember to follow your child including their interests, developmental needs and skill level. These activities don't need to be…

Great quick tips on how to set up your art shelf in the classroom, art teacher Spramani Elaun Shares her best ideas for Montessoi teachers.

Montessori art projects don't have to be complicated or take forever to prep. Simple, child-led art projects are a great way to help children learn to express themselves creatively, develop fine motor skills, and have tons of fun! Learn more about Montessori art activities for toddlers here! #montessori #montessoritoddler #montessoriathome #montessoriactivities #montessoriart

Dear all the teachers everywhere, As the founder of Curiscope, it’s been a huge perk of my job to meet and speak with so many passionate, talented and hardworking educators from all over the globe. I learn so much from each and every one of you….and as a result, I felt the need to share awareness of a specific challenge you all have to tackle each and every day.