Practical Life exercises relate directly to daily living; they are activities children observe being carried out everyday in the world around them. For young children, there is something special about the tasks that adults consider ordinary: washing dishes, paring vegetables, sewing a button, sweeping, etc.
By manipulating the materials, children develop the fine motor control, coordination, concentration and organization that is essential for future work with the more complex academic materials.
Dr. Montessori put great value in the child’s ability to care for oneself. At Four Seasons Montessori your child will gain independence and good work habits, and will learn how to care for oneself and the environment through the work with the Practical Life activities.