Can babies really use an open cup? Can toddlers use glass? In this episode, we are stepping into the Montessori kitchen to explore how giving young children real culinary tools fosters independence, confidence, and fine motor skills. Listen for our favorite kitchen items, and tried and true tips for success.

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A *Few* of Our Favorite Things (See Full List in Episode Newsletter)

• EZPZ First Foods Set

• EZPZ Happy Cup 

• Elk & Friends Stainless Steel Straw Cup, 10 oz
• Hydroflask Kids Water bottle, 12 oz. 
• IKEA Deep Plate/Bowl
• Stainless Steel Divided Plate
• Stainless Steel Kids Cup, 10oz
• Oneida Baby/Child Silverware Set
• OXO On-the-Go Fork and Spoon Set 
• Wooden Chopper
• Crinkle Chopper
• Plastic Serrated Knives
• Egg Slicer
• Silicone Cutting Board
• Potato Peeler 

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In this episode, we talk about how to prepare ourselves and our kitchen for all the work our children will help us to do! We share our favorite stories and tools for success in the Montessori kitchen!

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Links:

• Learning Tower
• Broom
• Hand broom
• Small trash can
• Mini handheld vacuum
• Mini kitchen
• EzPz Feeding Products
• Wooden Chopper
• Spreading knives
• Mini ramekins
• Silicone baking cups
• Tea towels with hooks
• Magnetic cabinet locks
• Weaning Table ("TWINMAMA10" for 10% off at Sprout!)
• Stokke Tripp Trapp high chair (Newborn attachment)

About the Show
The 3 Main Things Podcast is hosted by Emma and Julia - two friends who met in Montessori training nearly a decade ago, taught in Montessori Elementary classrooms, and are now moms sharing practical ways to make Montessori part of everyday life.

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Welcome to the 3 Main Things Podcast! The newest Montessori Podcast coming September 1st.

We're Emma and Julia, former Montessori teachers and now moms. This is the podcast where we will share practical ways to incorporate Montessori into everyday life by looking at the 3 main things: the child, the adult, and the prepared environment.

First episode airing Tuesday, September 1, 2026!

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