Montessori travel toys for little nomads
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When you’re traveling with kids, packing toys to keep them entertained is one of the ways everyone stays happy. No one is saying that screen time is out of the question because whether you’re up in the air or in the car, we know that screen time comes in clutch. But, there also comes a time when your child throws their tablet on the floor and you need to break out something new.
Montessori travel toys are a great option to take with you on your travels. Entertainment with a side of educational learning—what’s not to love? They’ll be just as handy on a road trip as they will be the next time you’re in a waiting room. Check out these Montessori-inspired travel toys before your family’s next outing.
What are Montessori travel toys?
Montessori toys do more than just engage your child. They help kids develop important skills and deliver on the fun as well. Montessori toys foster independent play, creativity and curiosity for the natural world.
Finding a toy that’s both travel-friendly and Montessori-inspired is easier than it sounds. Here are a few things to look out for:
Toys that don’t make too much noise
The last thing you want is to give your child a mini drum set when you’re trapped in a car or a plane for hours.
Toys that don’t have too many pieces
Yes to holistic development but absolutely not to a million tiny pieces all over the floor.
Toys that don’t take too much space
Traveling with kids means you’re probably schlepping a few pounds of your child’s necessities. The best travel toys can be easily stored and won’t take up too much space.
Toys that promote open-ended play
In the fight against boredom, Montessori toys that promote open-ended and boundless imaginative, creative play can be the thing that keeps your little traveler from getting antsy.
Montessori travel toys
Let’s face it, you can only keep a child in their seat, happily occupied for so long. So it helps when you have a few toys on hand that can promote development and nurture their inner explorer. You might have already heard about Montessori busy books, but have you heard about magnetic toys and water activity pads? Add these toys to your cart.
Montessori-inspired travel toys for your child's next adventure
A version of this post was published February 10, 2020. It has been updated.
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