Under the ‘Montessori Mobiles’ tag you’ll find a collection of blogs that are related to the Montessori mobiles, visual and tactile as well.
As a baby’s visual system becomes more organised, attention begins to hold for longer periods. Tracking is no longer brief and tentative. The eyes can now follow movement across a wider visual field with greater stability. It is often at this stage that the Montessori Seagull mobile is introduced. Like all Montessori visual mobiles, it […]
The Montessori Seagull Mobile – Sustained Movement and Visual Stability Read More »
The Montessori crocheted Gobbi mobile often appears at a moment in early development that is easy to overlook. Positioned between purely visual materials and later interaction-based objects, the crocheted Gobbi mobile supports a subtle developmental transition where visual attention remains primary while the body begins to respond through gentle, unintentional movement. Its role is not
The Montessori Crocheted Gobbi Mobile: A Visual Bridge Between Seeing and Moving Read More »
A comprehensive guide about the Montessori visual mobiles. Why do we use them, why are they important, what’s the sequence we have to use them and how to hang them. Read all the info here.
Montessori Visual Mobiles – A Practical Guide (2026 Edition) Read More »
As soon as we learn about the Montessori method and the effectiveness of the Montessori baby materials on baby development, many of us rush and buy as many Montessori baby toys as possible. Well, don’t. The Montessori pedagogy is NOT the materials. The secret is in observation and the philosophy. Follow the steps in this
What to do BEFORE you buy my Montessori mobile DIY kits Read More »
There are so many Montessori misconceptions out there that seem to get stuck in people’s mind! We believe that all we need to do is grab a few wooden sticks, make a baby gym out of them, hang a Montessori baby mobile off it and – TA DA! – our baby will be happily lying
Montessori myth busting – 6 common misconceptions about Montessori mobiles Read More »
Recently, I was talking to a lovely lady about what my business is about. She looked through my DIY Montessori baby materials, looked at me and asked, “so what makes Montessori materials different to all those educational, high-tech, sensory baby toys out there on the market?”. I asked back, “How long do you have?”. Yes,
Montessori baby materials vs. high-tech sensory baby toys Read More »
Montessori materials are so beautiful! They are all so aesthetically pleasing to the eye. They have lovely colours that are not too bright for the eyes, and are all made of natural materials. AND they are also very expensive! I know what you’re thinking, that your gorgeous baby has to have the best of everything!
Montessori materials – should you buy or DIY? Read More »
When a baby is born, the world does not appear as a clear or detailed place. Vision develops gradually, and in the earliest months it serves a very different purpose than it will later in childhood. Early visual development is not about stimulation or active exploration. It is about orientation, regulation, and quiet connection. Through
Babies’ Visual Development in the First Months Read More »
Among Montessori materials for babies, the Montessori Puzzle Ball is one of the most widely recognised. It is sometimes known by other names — clutch ball, gripping ball, Takane ball — but its developmental intention remains the same. Its popularity does not come from novelty or trend, but from how closely its structure aligns with
The Montessori Puzzle Ball – Understanding Its Role in Early Development Read More »
ANOTHER Montessori Tactile Mobile? Well, this is not technically a baby mobile, as it is not for hanging. When babies hit the approximate age of about 2.5-3 months, their interest moves from reaching, batting, catching, pulling to the world of grasping. Another – very often overlooked – huge milestone in your little one’s life! (They
Montessori Grasping Beads and their 11 shocking developmental benefits for your baby Read More »
