Montessori

Take off your own socks and hat

Age range: 1–3 years

Duration
10 min
Location
At home
Category
Montessori
Type
Activity

How to try it

Sit your toddler on the floor with their back against the sofa. Show them how to hook a thumb under the cuff of a sock and pull, then let them try on their own socks and a loose hat. Wait before helping, and finish the last tug together.

Materials

  • Loose socks
  • Soft hat
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Why it matters

Pulling off clothes lets your toddler do a real self-care job and builds the finger and arm coordination dressing needs.

Benefit

Dressing

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