Montessori fridge

How we Montessori toddler kitchen fridge Otto two yeas old Syndey 2020

I was hoping to post about our own Montessori kitchen, but alas, we’re not done setting it up yet. We have a low drawer with James’s things (bowls, glasses, spoons and forks, a sponge, small dish towels), but I also want to add a low shelf where I can put self-serve snacks and food preparation […]

Using a children's fridge in a Montessori home, plus healthy snack ideas for young kids

It's almost been a year since I first shared our snack shelves so it feels like a good time to give an update. It makes sense to show you the children's fridge at the same time to see all the food the children have access to. Both of these areas are used by my three and nine-year-old. The food here is for snacks, morning and afternoon tea, and often we will use food from here to make lunch too. The snack shelves also contain cereal and the fridge has milk which the children will use for…

This morning I was cleaning and restocking our toddler fridge and thought it would be fun to take a few pictures of what is in the fridge and how Otto uses it. All three of my children use the fridge but as Otto is the only one that can't reach the main fridge, he uses this fridge the most! Let's take a look. In our toddler fridge we always have: water in a large dispenser sliced fruit and/or vegetables yoghurt a few pieces of (whole) fruit in the bottom, usually apples or oranges dip…

Step by step instructions on how I renovated, modified & stocked our kitchen to make it completely functional (& cute) for our little one!

Restocking my toddlers mini fridge✨ #asmr #Restock #parenting #montessori #kids #toddler #momlife #diy. Tyne Appleton · Original audio

Lately, my daughter has been more into Real Kitchen Stuff. Wanting to help wash, peel, and cut fruits and veggies. Stirring and pouring. Wearing her little apron. Sweeping and cleaning spills. And standing inside the refrigerator, door open, scanning for snacks. So I figured it was time for a fully-functional toddler kitchen.

I believe education starts from birth and that a supportive home environment is key! I'm talking health and lifestyle, not just teaching our kids how to read and write. I want to set a good example, be a role model and also involve my children in the decision making in our home. There is no doubt that obesity and inactivity are huge concerns in our society. Too many children don't know what is in their food, are unable to make informed and educated decisions or are unable to regulate their…