When children touch, pour, stir, carry, wash, and chop, their brains light up in ways a worksheet never can.

In this snippet from her session at the Childhood Potential Online Montessori Conference, Riley June shares why hands-on, real-life experiences are so powerful for young children—and how we can move beyond only “pretend” play (like plastic food) to simple, safe, real participation:
• Inviting toddlers to help in the kitchen
• Offering real tools sized for their hands
• Letting them repeat meaningful tasks again and again

It doesn’t have to be perfect or Pinterest-ready. Small, everyday moments with real objects build concentration, confidence, and a deep love of learning.

Want the full session with Riley plus 40+ talks from Montessori and child development experts?
Join us at the Childhood Potential Online Montessori Conference (for parents & educators of children 0–6):
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