American Montessori Society & schleich® Partnership

Using schleich to support Montessori principles at home

Montessori-credentialed educator Aubrey Wallen joins schleich® to provide tips on how schleich® toys can be used to practice Montessori principles at home and in the classroom.

Learning and Playing on the Go

Learn more about ways you can practice Montessori concepts on the go with schleich® toys.

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Why Authentic Toys Matter

Learn more about ways you can use schleich toys to apply Montessori principles by following along.

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Realistic Details Fuel Play

Learn more about why authentic, durable animal toys are so important to children during their developmental years.

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Parents’ Role in Supporting & Extending Play

Learn more about ways you can be an active observer and support of your child's play with schleich® toys.

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Toys that Grow with your Child

Learn more about ways you can incorporate Montessori concepts through play with schleich® toys.

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Why Play Matters

Learn more about ways you can practice Montessori concepts on the go with schleich® toys.

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Lesson ideas from schleich® and American Montessori Society

From language development to cultural studies, a schleich® toy in a child’s hand is a field trip to a world of discovery. Our authentic and detailed toys give kids the storytelling tools to explore the most imaginative corners of their curiosity.

Language on the Farm Lesson

Ideal for ages 4 to 6. A fun way to teach vocabulary using farm animals. Children can practice reading simple words and labeling familiar objects.

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Geography with Young African Animals Lesson

Ideal for ages: 3 to 5. Learn about African animals, their characteristics and environment of Africa.

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North American Animal Lesson

Ideal for ages 3 to 5. Learn about animals and geography by matching the schleich® animal to picture cards.

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Light and Shadows Lesson

Ideal for ages 4 to 6. Tracing animals outside is a fun and creative way to learn about light.

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Dinosaur Facts Lesson

Ideal for ages 4 to 6. Learn unique facts about dinosaurs, the period in which they lived, and specific details for that dinosaur.

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Diurnal & Nocturnal Animals Lesson

Ideal for ages 4 to 6. Learn the difference between diurnal and nocturnal animals. Diurnal animals are active during the day and nocturnal animals are active at night.

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