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Episode 53: Practical Life Montessori food prep activities

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Episode 53: Practical Life Montessori food prep activities
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There are some youngsters that require additional assistance when it comes to difficulties handling and consuming certain foods throughout the Montessori meal prep process.

Come learn how to do it.

Full video training here:

https://masterthemontessorilife.com/do-this-if-children-dont-want-to-handle-or-eat-food-in-practical-life-food-prep-activities

Montessori Practical Life in the Kitchen

When it comes to Montessori practical life activities in the kitchen, there are a few things to keep in mind.

First and foremost amongst these is the fact that children need to be encouraged to participate in food preparation from a young age.

This not only helps them develop fine motor skills, but also gets them accustomed to the sights, smells, and textures of various foods.

However, there may be times when children struggle with handling or eating certain foods during food prep activities.

This can lead to frustration and missed opportunities for learning and growth.

To address this challenge, it is important to remain patient and understanding with your child.

You may also try modifying the activity slightly, by offering smaller, more manageable portions of the food.

Or by offering different types of sensory experiences that the child might prefer.

Lastly, it is important to remember that your child’s eating habits and preferences may change over time.

Be sure to adapt your approach as necessary and continue engaging in these important Montessori practical life activities for kids.

With patience and support, your child can gain the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the kitchen.

There are some children who need extra support when it comes to struggles handling and eating some foods during meal preparation. Come find out how.

Food Prep The Montessori Way

The Montessori way is all about encouraging kids to be involved in the process from a young age in food prep.

This helps them develop fine motor skills and gets them accustomed to the sights, smells, and textures of various foods.

Whether you are preparing food for yourself or your family, remember to take a Montessori-inspired approach.

It supports and encourages children’s engagement and involvement in the process.

With time and practice, they will be well on their way to becoming confident and capable kitchen assistants!

If you have a picky eater, you know that mealtimes can sometimes be a challenge.

When it comes to food prep, the Montessori way is all about encouraging kids to be involved in the process from a young age.

Montessori Food Prep Made Easy

Peckish eaters are another issue that we come across in the subject matter, particularly among the more youthful age groups. 

There are many youngsters that have difficulty with specific foods, but there are others who are adamant about not eating (or even trying) new foods. 

When youngsters exhibit a poor attitude when helping with dinner preparation, it may surely ruin what could have been a wonderful experience. 

This is one of the reasons why many Montessori Guides are reluctant to teach this vital skill. 

I don’t hold it against them. But at the same time, we are doing them a disservice if we don’t incorporate activities like this into their daily schedule.

But don’t be concerned! I’ve come up with a solution for you! 

Allow me to extend an invitation to you to a training session that may be more beneficial than you realize.

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It is only 30 minutes per day, but the skills that will be taught are fantastic.

  • Go from frustrated to empowered in just 5 days
  • Invest 30 minutes a day to attend live (or catch the replay) and make ONE TINY CHANGE every day
  • Watch in amazement as power struggles at the table dissipate 
  • Expect that your children — even highly selective eaters — will make at least one measurable improvement during the week, one step (or 17!) closer to expanding the number of foods they’re open to
  • Feel confident in HOW you serve foods and the words to use to create more safety feelings in your kids’ brains
  • Dial in snacktime so it serves everyone in the family, no complaining
  • Feel like your family is uniting around food at the dinner table, instead of fighting
  • The magic of setting the right HABITS around eating and food that make ALL the difference
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