Montessori in Your Home
A Water Source Help your child develop independence in caring for self and their environment. by Sarah Moudry
ng Age: When walki Materials: • Water Jug • Grate er • Water Dispens er and Stand • Water Dispens • Low Stool • Bin • Sink Grate • Plastic Tub • Small Rug • 3 oz. Pitcher
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Place the low stool over the grate and tub so that about half of the tub/grate is visible.
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Fill the dispenser one-third full of water.
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Place the dispenser on the stool so the spout is over the grate and tub.
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Place the jug on top of the dispenser.
Show Your Child 1.
Tell your children you will show them how to get a glass of water.
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Show them where their glasses are kept and ask them to place them on the table.
Place the rug on the floor where you would like to have the water source accessible to your child.
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Show your children where you keep a little pitcher (about 3 oz).
Place the tub on the rug and the sink grate on top of the tub.
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Introduce the water source.
Preparation 1.
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