Steps for creating a Montessori home environment

A Montessori environment is one that is specifically designed to foster a child's natural curiosity, creativity and love of learning. It is a hands-on learning environment that encourages children to explore their environment and engage in activities that promote problem solving and critical thinking.

The environment is often characterized by an emphasis on order, independence, and respect for each individual's unique capabilities.

Steps for creating a Montessori home environment

Creating a Montessori home environment is a great way to foster a child’s independence, promote hands-on learning, and encourage exploration.

Here are a few steps to help you get started:

1. Set up a dedicated work space. Choose a space in your home that is quiet, away from distractions, and can remain relatively consistent.
2. Keep it simple. Make sure the space is free of clutter and only includes necessary items.
3. Allow the child to make choices. Provide choices whenever possible and encourage the child to make decisions.
4. Provide open-ended materials. Montessori materials such as puzzles, games, and blocks are great for encouraging exploration.
5. Spend quality time with your child. Allow your child to lead the activities and provide guidance and support as needed.

By following these steps, you will be well on your way to creating a Montessori home environment that your child can enjoy and learn from!

How to incorporate Montessori and safe environment

Incorporating Montessori principles into your environment can be a great way to create a safe learning environment for your child.

Here are few tips for incorporating Montessori principles into your daily parenting:

• Allow your child to explore and discover their environment. Create an environment that is interesting, stimulating and encourages exploration. 
• Provide materials that are age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate.
• Give your child plenty of free time to explore their environment and the materials.
• Encourage independence. Allow your child to make choices and take responsibility for their own learning.
• Respect your child’s natural learning pace and interests.
• Create a nurturing atmosphere that is free of criticism and judgment.
• Provide opportunities for problem-solving and creative expression.
• Model kindness and respect for your child.

How Montessori helper tower supports safe and nurturing environment for your child 

A Montessori tower, also known as a Montessori learning stool or helper tower as we call our Ette Tete STEP UP and STEP’n’SIT towers, is a piece of furniture designed to help children participate safely in household activities such as cooking, cleaning, and other tasks.

By allowing children to explore and learn in a safe, secure environment, Montessori helper towers can help increase a child’s confidence and foster their development.

Here are the main benefits of using a Montessori helper tower:

1. Independence and confidence: A helper tower provides children with the opportunity to be independent and take control of their learning. They can safely reach countertops, sinks, and other high surfaces, which boosts their self-confidence and encourages them to explore the world around them.
2. Safety: Helper towers are designed with safety in mind, and they provide a secure platform for children to stand on. This helps to prevent accidents and injuries that could occur if children had to stand on chairs or stools.
3. Socialization: Children who use helper towers can interact with their parents or caregivers while participating in household activities. This promotes bonding, communication, and socialization skills.
4. Motor skills: Using a helper tower requires children to use their gross and fine motor skills, such as climbing, grasping, and manipulating objects. These skills are essential for their overall physical development.
5. Cognitive development: By participating in household activities, children develop cognitive skills such as problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking. They also learn about cause and effect, and the consequences of their actions.

Ette Tete helper towers

We at Ette Tete have created two helper tower models – STEP UP and STEP’n’SIT.

Both helper towers are the perfect furniture for active kids who want to participate in everyday activities. They help your child reach high places, such as the kitchen counter and let them to help out with small chores.

In addition as helper tower, STEP’n’SIT is also convertible that can easily be transformed into a little chair with a table for playing, drawing and other activities.

Made of certified birch plywood with child-safe water-based UV paint or varnish STEP UP and STEP’n’SIT is the perfect gift for a toddler!