The American Montessori Society is proud to partner with schleich®, the maker of high-quality, hand-painted toy figurines and accessories.
schleich® has put together the full collection of videos conveying the important role schleich® materials can play in Early Childhood Montessori classrooms and homes.
Insights from the Video
In this video, Aubrey Wallen, a mom and Montessori educator, provides an in-depth explanation of how realistic animal toys from schleich® allow children to learn in ways that make sense for them as they grow. Learn more about ways you can incorporate Montessori concepts through play with schleich® toys.
- Montessori is an educational philosophy that follows children as they grow
- Montessori allows adults to use their environment to help children learn in the style that is right for them
- From tactile play to expanding vocabulary and storytelling, schleich® toys are ideal for Montessori learning for kids ages 3-12
Learn more about ways you can use schleich® toys to apply Montessori principles by following along!
Looking for other videos in this series?
Read Part 1: Why Authentic Toys Matter
Read Part 2: Learning and Playing on the Go
Read Part 3: Toys that Grow with Your Child
Read Part 4: Why Play Matters
Read Part 5: Realistic Details Fuel Play
Read Part 6: Parent’s Role in Supporting and Extending Play
Want more lesson ideas? Visit www.schleich-s.com/en/US/montessori. Be on the lookout for more videos throughout 2023.