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, explains how the realistic details of schleich® toys make play meaningful for children. Learn more about why authentic, durable animal toys are so important to children during their developmental years.
- schleich® toys are crafted with unparalleled realism—from the texture of the animals to their facial expressions and postures
- Realistic details are important. Kids at a young age are learning about the world and their environment through play
- Children don’t just play indoors. They play outdoors in wet or dirty environments; the best toys hold up to the conditions wherever children play
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 PlayRead Part 4: Why Play Matters
Want more lesson ideas? Visit www.schleich-s.com/en/US/montessori. Be on the lookout for more videos throughout 2023.