ERIC Number: EJ1342954
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022
Pages: 8
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Practical Life: Avoiding the Pinterest Pitfall
Beagle, Margaret
Montessori Life: A Publication of the American Montessori Society, v34 n2 p30-37 Sum 2022
Dr. Montessori noted that imitating the work of adults was an important component of Practical Life activities. Modern Practical Life shelves can become limited to transferring lessons and crafts inspired by the current holiday season or Pinterest board, with limited space and time for activities like cleaning and preparing food. There is a place for isolated activities on trays in Practical Life, but messy, daily practical tasks must also be embraced--even the ones that nearly always take longer with young children. In as few as 3 hours a day, Montessori guides can offer opportunities for meaningful Practical Life activities.
Descriptors: Montessori Method, Daily Living Skills, Activities, Skill Development, Social Media, Computer Mediated Communication, Psychomotor Skills, Student Participation, Experiential Learning, Cooking Instruction, Housework, Young Children
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Language: English
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