Montessori Practical Life by Jennifer Johnson

Author:Jennifer Johnson
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Jennifer Johnson
Published: 2020-05-05T00:00:00+00:00

Points of Interest

Folding along the line

Placing the corners over each other with exactness

Walking on the line

Materials

A permanent ellipse drawn on the floor wide enough for a child to comfortably place his feet on (approximately 10cm wide). A second ellipse can be added inside the first one if the class is large.

Flag

Glass filled with water

A ribbon with a bell attached to each end

Small tray with a ball on it

Empty basket

Purpose

Direct: To develop the ability to walk on the line, to refine balance, gross motor skills and poise.

Indirect: Development of independence, confidence, self-esteem, control of the self, concentration, grace and courtesy (as he gives the other children space on the line and does not bump into them).

Prepare

Place the objects to be carried on a small table next to the ellipse, so that they are easily accessible to the child. Children should ideally be barefoot (to develop kinaesthetic sense) or wear indoor slippers/shoes, but not wear socks as they may slip.

Presentation

This is typically done as a small group presentation.

Invite the children to join you in walking on the line. Explain that you will demonstrate first and then they can join in.

Demonstrate walking on the line gracefully, ensuring that you place your foot carefully on the line. Also demonstrate how to leave the line.

Invite the children to join in, ensuring that there is enough space between each child as they walk. Point out to the children how they need to control their speed so that they do not bump into each other.

At first, the child will likely look at their feet as they walk. On subsequent attempts, encourage the child to keep their head straight and look where they are going.

Once the child has some experience walking on the line, invite them to take smaller and smaller steps and eventually walk with their toes touching their heel.

Only once the child has developed the ability to walk heel to toe on the line, invite him to carry an object as he walks. Start with a flag and progress to more challenging items such as bells on a ribbon (what will make a noise if banged together) a glass of water or a ball on a tray.

Music can be played as the children walk on the line, but ensure it is gentle, relaxing music, without lyrics or a strong beat – you do not want the children to be excited by the music while they are walking on the line!

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