The Essential Montessori Materials Checklist

Here’s a secret some folks don’t want you to know. Materials DON’T teach children. Nor do apps. Nor worksheets.

Do you know what DOES teach children? Children! As Maria Montessori discovered over a century ago, children are born with an inner pilot that guides their learning.

Does that mean you don’t need any materials? No! Materials are tools, and like all tools, the right ones can make all the difference. And usually the right ones are actually common and inexpensive.

In this free printable, we highlighting 20 of our favorite materials — some are common, some are unique, all are essential!