Montessori
Hold the toothbrush for a first brush
Age range: 1–4 years
- Duration
- 5 min
- Location
- At home
- Category
- Montessori
- Type
- Activity
How to try it
Give your toddler a soft, child-sized toothbrush and let them hold it while you show how to brush in front of a mirror. Let them have a turn, then finish gently yourself. Do it at the same time each day.
Materials
- Soft child-sized toothbrush
- Mirror
Safety note
Stay with your toddler throughout and take the brush out of their mouth if they walk or climb with it.
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Why it matters
Having their own toothbrush to hold turns an everyday routine into a task your toddler takes part in.
Benefit
Self-care
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