“Language is an instrument of collective thought.” (Montessori, The Absorbent Mind, 1995. p.108)
The child will spontaneously acquire language regardless of a teacher being present. Alternatively, the child who has trauma, or events which prevent the child from expressing emotions, may develop language at a slower pace.
Age appropriate sensory activities can reduce frustrations, and solicit positive behavior in children.
(Montessori, Maria. The Absorbent Mind. Henry Holt & Co., LLC. NY, NY. 1995)
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Sensory Activities for Fun! (best for children 1 – 3 years of age)
Brushing Teeth: Sing with a tune, “every time we eat, we brush our teeth, shu shu shu shu, shu, shu shu, we brush our teeth, shu shu shu shu, shu, shu shu“. Repeat until teeth are clean! Step stool helps child reach sink without being held.
Nap Time: Wiggle fingers over child without blankets saying how you are sprinkling magic sprinkles all over. Quickly cover child with blankets, tucking in edges in to make sure not to let any of the sprinkles get out. Read a story or book of the child choice.
Walking: What to do when your child stubbornly decides to NOT want to walk. Begin to march, raising knees high up and placing feet firmly on the ground. Make eye contact with the child a repeat, “marching, marching, marching, marching, marching”. Begin to march in place until child copies, then proceed forward!
