A fun Montessori game that can be played in a classroom or at home, either one-on-one or with a group of children. This game:
- Is purposeful but playful (which makes it really engaging!)
- Involves Movement (which helps to channel big energy!)
- Depends on Working Memory (which contributes to self-regulation!)
- Engages the senses (which promotes deep learning!)
- Is Hands-on (which helps develop muscle memory!)
This example shows the Treasure Hunt based on colours, but it can also be varied in many different ways. You could place shapes on the mat and find matching examples in the environment. You could use numbers on the mat and find corresponding quantities of objects from the environment. You can also use letters and go on an ‘I Spy’ style initial sounds Treasure Hunt.