I’m working with a church which wants to start a Montessori school. Can you do Montessori on a shoestring? Oh yes! Living Montessori has loads of free printables, such as this free, paper farm, to build and use with the Montessori Grammar Farm. Look at Dollar Tree or Five Below for miniature animals or resin, farm figures. Look at how Montessori activities are presented in baskets and trays. Comb Dollar Tree and Five Below for inexpensive baskets and trays. Five Below has a felt, letter board for Movable Alphabet lessons. Look at Montessori Dr. Seuss ideas with Seussville printables. Have you browsed the IKEA toy and play section in their catalog? It’s loaded with suitable materials at bargain prices: abacus, tiny dish ware, kitchen utensils, and quality craft supplies. Start with library book sales and the local thrift stores. I am excited just shopping for ideas!
