A work of adaptation to the environment
“The exercises of Practical Life are formative activities, a work of adaptation to the environment. Such adaptation to the environment and efficient functioning therein is the essence of proper education.”
Practicing Independence and Freedom in the Montessori classroom.
An exciting piece of work, freely chosen, which can induce concentration rather than fatigue, adds to the child’s energies and mental capacities and leads him to self-mastery. – Maria Montessori
Sushi making with the kids
Boosting a variety of wholesome foods in our kid’s diet can be easy, especially if they taste great and are fun to make!
Sushi is a fun meal to cook with the kids, even at school.
A series of exercises that have no external purpose.
If children are allowed to do what they see done in the environment, they will perform a series of exercises that have no external purpose but which are a preparation for the activity, which is to follow~Maria Montessori.
The importance of Practical Life Activities
The importance of Practical Life Activities helps the child develop coordination of movement, concentration, independence, and willpower. The skills of the work are only a by-product.
The best things to prepare our kids for adulthood
One of the best things to prepare our kids for adulthood is teaching them how to take care of a home. Chores also teach kids valuable skills they can use when they are all grown and live independently.
Honestly, it would just be easier and faster for mom or dad to vacuum on our own. Does it ourselves, right?
YES…
It really would be easier. And faster.
BUT…
If we did it ourselves, our kids wouldn’t learn. They wouldn’t realise the value of work. They wouldn’t know how to vacuum. We want better for our kids.
So, we drudge through the burden of teaching our kids to clean. And that includes teaching our kids how to vacuum. Awesome!
