Some of the Best Montessori and Educational Resources and Materials for Teachers and Parents

Affiliate links included, Educational Gifts, Homeschooling   July 5, 2026

I often get asked where to purchase Montessori materials, what I consider Montessori essentials, what handmade items are best for those who prefer handcrafted materials, etc. Below you will find a list of materials, resources, and toys I sincerely recommend. Everything on this list is of high quality and value. I’ve gathered resources and products that I personally purchased, had in my Montessori classroom, reviewed, and would genuinely recommend.

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Baby

Floor bed – Normally from 0-3 m baby co-sleeps with his or her parents in a Moses basket. After that, the child is often transitioned to a floor bed. It is a very common attribute of a Montessori nursery. Many choose to place a single or double mattress on the floor instead. I simply used a cheap single-size wooden bed frame, cut off the legs, and placed it on the floor with a mattress on top. It felt more comfortable as opposed to just using the mattress. Recently, I came across an article that linked SIDS to toxic chemicals in mattresses. You can read more about it here and here.  We found a polyethylene mattress cover for our mattress before we can invest in a healthier version. For those who prefer to use a traditional crib, read this article –  it is an excellent guide to finding an organic mattress for your baby.  Read more about the connection between SIDS and mattresses in this book. This information is for educational purposes only. It does not provide medical advice. The information shared here is meant to encourage you to make your own decisions based on your research.

Wall mirror and pull-up bar – an Acrylic mirror is a perfect solution for babies at home and in classrooms. A Pull-up bar is easy to make yourself with a handlebar.

Mobiles will be your baby’s first toy. With the right tools and online tutorials, you can make your own. You can also get a mobile set for babies 0-4 mo from here. Once a baby reaches the grasping stage, this bell mobile helps him or her develop the necessary skills. 

Baby’s First Books – Since babies can only see black and white shades at birth, books with black and white pictures are recommended for young infants. Handmade books are great for the sensory experience; you can get baby books made with organic cotton here.

Wooden Toys – I do not offer many toys. Mostly, I use a few wooden toys made with natural materials.  

Low Wall Art – I offer these pictures, especially designed by an artist, with the purpose of capturing the attention of little ones. These are very clear and eye-pleasing.

Books

My book recommendations for teachers and parents can be found here. A Montessori classroom has an abundance of realistic, engaging, colorful books that are filled with knowledge for children. Our favorite toddler books can be found here, and a list of books for preschoolers can be found here.

 Montessori Online E-Courses

Setting Up Your Home Montessori-Style is a 4-week online workshop by The Montessori Notebook.  A four-week online workshop that will help you to focus on improving your spaces at home.

Do you have some ideas about Montessori, but get lost on where to start at home?

Do you see other people’s homes and feel frustrated that yours could do with some improvement?

Are you trying to get your kids to pack away and find exciting activities for them but it’s not working?

Join  Setting Up Your Home Montessori-Style online workshop to address all of those issues and more.

LESSONS INCLUDE:

Why use a Montessori approach at home
An easy 5-step approach to tackling your spaces
Elements of the space
The kitchen
The living room
The bedroom
The bathroom
Outside space
Art and craft
Types of activities to include
Siblings and visitors
Packing away
Small spaces and storage

Montessori Tube Academy offers Montessori Scope and Sequence e-courses – video presentations and printable resources for educators and parents who work with preschool to lower elementary-aged students:

Educational Printables

At Montessori Nature, I offer educational materials in PDF digital form. I create printables for children 0-6 years of age. I often get messages from people asking me why my printables are at such low prices. I love to keep it this way. They are mainly aimed at homeschooling families and teachers with a tight budget. Subscribers get great discounts on my new materials and deals. Sign up below to find out more and to get notifications about amazing sales.  Visit my store here>> Montessori Nature Educational Printables.

Big Life Journal – helps children develop strong Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and growth mindset skills through inspiring stories, colorful illustrations, and engaging guided activities.

Kids Furniture

Toddler Tower – This kitchen helper is excellent for assisting the child’s independence in the kitchen. It is also easy to fold and store when not used.

 Tables and chairs – It is essential to get good-quality, reliable furniture that will last. We use table and chairs similar to this in our classroom for 3-6 yo.

 Work Shelf – Low shelving perfectly fits kids’ needs.  I recommend these shelves. They seem to have excellent neutral color and look very functional.  Here is the ideal setting for the Montessori classroom: low shelves, corner shelves, a book display, and a dress-up unit. 

Practical Life

In the kitchen, Montessori homes and classrooms use a particular set of tools. The tools that we used in our class can be found here. It is easy to find everything you need at a local discount store.

 Indoor Cleaning – Children need tools that they can operate without an adult’s assistance and which are perfect for their little hands. This cleaning set has a stand for convenient storage.

Preparation of the environment –  You may find many necessities for the Montessori environment, like rugs, boxes, baskets, and display stands, over here.

Materials and activities always look more attractive and aesthetic when presented on baskets and on trays.

Educational Toys

Handmade Montessori and Montessori-inspired toys – Children need to learn to take care of their environment along with the materials found in it. The best way to encourage children to take care of their toys and materials is to buy high-quality toys that are made from natural materials. I found a beautiful selection of handmade educational materials. Handmade Montessori-inspired toys and learning materials are always loved in Montessori classrooms.    

 Open-ended play – Many of these educational toys have been included in this list because they facilitate independent open-ended play.

Montessori Materials

Montessori Activity Sets – Montessori By Mom prepares and sends out Montessori toolboxes which include materials set up by theme, instructions, and video guides for teaching children and making learning educational and fun. I used their toolbox and had only great things to say.

PRINTABLEs you might find helpful in your classroom

About Anastasia | Anastasia is a certified early childhood teacher with over twenty years of experience in Montessori classrooms and homeschooling. As the founder of Montessori Nature, she creates evidence-based, nature-inspired educational printables. Discover more resources on her blog and Teachers Pay Teachers store.