what are montessori toys?
Montessori toys are educational tools that promote hands-on learning, self-discovery, and independent problem-solving, while engaging a child's senses and encouraging them to explore and develop at their own pace.
BENEFITS OF MONTESSORI TOYS

Montessori toys encourage self-directed play, fostering independence and helping children build confidence in problem-solving and decision-making without adult assistance.
Montessori toys help develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and problem-solving abilities, with activities like building blocks, puzzles, and sorting tasks enhancing spatial reasoning, dexterity, and focus.


Montessori toys are open-ended, promoting creativity by allowing children to invent their own ways to play and explore various possibilities, fostering imagination.
FAQs
The difference lies in their design β Montessori toys are simple, open-ended, and focus on hands-on learning that encourages independence and problem-solving, compared to more typical toys that may be overly stimulating or require little engagement.
Yes, Montessori toys are available for different developmental stages, from infant sensory toys to tools that promote learning in toddlers, preschoolers, and even older children. We offer Montessori toys for children aged 6 months to 36 months and beyond, all organized by age group on the page above.
With any Montessori toys, you can be confident that all of them will support and enhance the childβs development. The best way to choose a Montessori toy is by considering both the toy's recommended age and the childβs actual age. Plus, if you know your childβs specific interests β like dinosaurs or learning the ABCs β youβll find a wonderful selection of Montessori toys catered to a variety of interests on our page!
Yes, Montessori toys can complement other play items, as long as they encourage open-ended play and development rather than overstimulation or passive entertainment.
Yes, Montessori toys are made from safe, non-toxic materials like wood and BPA-free components, and they are designed to meet safety standards for children.