Hey friend! Looking for the perfect preschool Montessori activities that won’t involve glitter explosion or a glue disaster? I’ve got a hands-on learning activity that will encourage kids to explore their environment. You can take a break from complicated setups with these fall-inspired easy-matching preschool Montessori activities. All you need is some laminating sheets and a pair of scissors. Let’s make learning fun and stress-free with these simple yet effective ideas.
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Why Matching Activities?
On this blog, the focus of activities for kids will always be on helping improve memory, cognitive skills, and promoting fine motor skills. And matching activities are no different. Matching activities in a preschool Montessori curriculum is like the peanut butter to our jelly, the yin to our yang. I know this because my son attends Montessori school.
Matching activities may seem simple on the surface – just finding two things that go together, right? Matching Montessori activities are so much more than that. They’re like little brain teasers, helping them develop important skills like visual discrimination and critical thinking. They also promote hand-eye coordination. I promise you’re not just keeping them entertained – you’re helping them build essential skills that will serve them well throughout their academic journey.
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Printable Montessori Activities
What You’ll Need:
- Printable Materials: Download your matching cards featuring various fall items (e.g., leaves, pumpkins, acorns, apples).
- Print: Print all sheets.
- Scissors and Laminator: For durability, I recommend laminating your cards. If you decide not to, print them on heavy cardstock paper.
Fun Fall-Themed Matching Activities
What You’ll Find:
- (24) Fall-themed printable cards in total.
- (12) Fall shadow matching cards.
- (12) Cards with fall-themed items to match.
- (5) Pattern matching cards. Use the icons to find the correct pattern.
- (1) Fall-inspired I Spy game with answer key.
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Tips for Parents Using Matching Montessori Activities For Preschoolers At Home
Here are a few tips:
1. Start small: Don’t overwhelm your kids by trying to do too much at once. Pick a few matching activities to start with and gradually add more as they get comfortable.
2. Keep it fun: Montessori is all about hands-on learning and discovery, so if you want to add real-life items to this matching activity go ahead. Get creative!
3. Let them lead: Follow their lead when it comes to choosing which activities they want to try. Learn what excites them most.
4. Be patient: Remember, learning takes time, especially for the younger ones. They won’t master this matching game right away. The best thing to do starting off, is focus on celebrating their small victories.
These easy-matching printable preschool Montessori activities are a fun way for you to support your kid’s learning at home. These hands-on activities align perfectly with the Montessori philosophy of learning through exploration. So gather some supplies, print out your matching cards, and have a little educational fun.
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