Montessori at home: activities for 3-6 months old

The video by Happa Family showcases a variety of activities that parents can do with their babies between the ages of 3-6 months, based on the Montessori philosophy of child development.

The video begins by emphasizing the importance of creating a safe and engaging environment for babies to explore and learn. The Happa family recommends setting up a designated space for baby activities, such as a playmat or a low table with toys that is free from distractions and allows for freedom of movement.

The video then goes on to demonstrate several Montessori-inspired activities for babies, including:

Visual stimulation:

Using black and white cards or images to capture the baby’s attention and develop their visual skills.

Tummy time:

Allowing the baby to spend time on their tummy to help develop their neck and back muscles, as well as improve their motor skills.

Grasping objects:

Providing a variety of safe and age-appropriate objects for the baby to grasp and explore, such as wooden rings, fabric balls, or textured toys.

Sensory play:

Creating a sensory bin filled with items such as rice, beans, or fabric scraps for the baby to touch and explore.

Mirror play:

Placing a baby-safe mirror in front of the baby to allow them to observe their own reflection and develop their self-awareness.

Throughout the video, the Happa family emphasizes the importance of allowing the baby to lead their own learning and exploration, rather than imposing adult-led activities. They also stress the importance of observing and responding to the baby’s cues and needs, such as hunger, fatigue, or overstimulation. It also emphasised the importance of going outside and explore the world. Secondly, reading is a must for all the kids. No kid is too young for reading, so one should start reading to kids as early as possible.

Overall, the Montessori at Home:

Activities for Babies 3-6 Months video provides a helpful introduction to Montessori-inspired parenting for new parents looking for ideas on how to engage and stimulate their babies in a developmentally appropriate way.