Montessori
Wipe up a small spill
Age range: 1–4 years
- Duration
- 10 min
- Location
- At home
- Category
- Montessori
- Type
- Activity
How to try it
Pour a spoonful of water on a tray or table and set a small cloth beside it. Show your toddler how to press the cloth on the spill and wipe it up. Let them wring the cloth into a bowl and try again.
Materials
- Small cloth
- Tray or table
- Spoonful of water
- Small bowl
Safety note
Dry the floor afterward to avoid slips, and never leave a child alone near water.
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Why it matters
Cleaning up a small spill shows your toddler that mistakes can be put right, and builds hand control.
Benefit
Cleaning
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