Practical Life

Practical Life is the replication of real-life tasks in the classroom, carefully designed to build independence and important skills. Children are encouraged to experience activities that mimic practical experiences in life—such as buttoning shirts, pouring milk, sweeping the floor and polishing tables—to help them focus on caring for themselves, for others and for their environment. These exercises help children develop confidence and concentration, increase attention span, and build ideas of sequence and logic, all while developing fine-motor coordination.