Montessori Monday-Water Station

Inspired by the Montessori method and this post, I decided to set up a water station for Emily in our kitchen.  I set it up when she was about 15 months old and she took to it very quickly.

Her water station is fully loaded with 2 or 3 small drinking glasses and a set of dish towels to wipe up any spilled water.
She really LOVES her water station and the freedom she has to quench her own thirst.
I love that it is hidden behind our pantry doors and doesn't take up any extra space in our already small kitchen.  I don't think I could squeeze in one more piece of furniture if I tried.

I think the self-serve water station is great at cultivating independence, motor skills, focus and concentration in a toddler.  Give it a try..I think your little one will surprise you!

6 comments:

HeatherChamp said...

I love that idea! Do you practice any other montessori things? I would love to see more pics of your set ups if you do. Thanks!

Anonymous said...

Wow! I can't imagine my 2.5 year old being able to do that. Let's just say he is a little spirited! Ha!

Thanks for sharing! Cute pics by the way on all your other posts.

Jenna M. said...

I've always entertained the idea of the Montessori Method. I love the independence it fosters. It sounds like you started early?

Angela :) said...

Heather, we do a wide range of montessori activities daily. I will share our work space set-up soon.

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Angela :) said...

While I was pregnant I looked into the Montessori Method and decided I would incorporate the method as soon as possible. We did and it is such fun! Because we really enjoy all the activities,last year, I decided to become a certified Montessori instructor..I am almost finished with the program!

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  1. HeatherChamp8/09/2012 9:42 AM

    I love that idea! Do you practice any other montessori things? I would love to see more pics of your set ups if you do. Thanks!

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    1. Heather, we do a wide range of montessori activities daily. I will share our work space set-up soon.

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  2. Wow! I can't imagine my 2.5 year old being able to do that. Let's just say he is a little spirited! Ha!

    Thanks for sharing! Cute pics by the way on all your other posts.

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  3. I've always entertained the idea of the Montessori Method. I love the independence it fosters. It sounds like you started early?

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    2. While I was pregnant I looked into the Montessori Method and decided I would incorporate the method as soon as possible. We did and it is such fun! Because we really enjoy all the activities,last year, I decided to become a certified Montessori instructor..I am almost finished with the program!

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