Children's Cleaning Bundle
The 8 Most Popular, Child-Friendly Cleaning Items Designed To Support Your Child's Independence.
We put together a practical cleaning set for little hands.
All items were purchased from the same companies that Montessori preschools get their materials.
1. Small Spray Bottle and Squeegee - Perfect for glass cleaning. Easy for little hands to squeeze the trigger and the lock mechanism prevents spraying when closed.
2. Towel Apron - Perfect for any water or cleaning activities. Stretchy elastic sides make it easy for toddlers to put on and remove themselves.
3. Lambswool Duster - Made in Canada. Children love using this duster and it actually works. Lambswool is a great material for dusting because it attracts dust and holds it so children can effectively do the job.
4. Dish Brush - A toddler-sized dish brush with an easy-to-grip-handle, perfect for children that want to be involved in dish washing.
5. Small Broom and Dustpan - Easy for little hands to sweep. Its small size makes it easy to store in an easily accessible spot.
6. Handmitt - Perfectly sized for little hands to clean, dust, and wipe up spills.
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"I bought the Toddler Cleaning set for my 2 year old and it has been a game changer! I love how all the items are perfectly sized for her little hands..."
"I bought the Toddler Cleaning set for my 2 year old and it has been a game changer! I love how all the items are perfectly sized for her little hands and now she can join in on the cleaning and house chores without a big mess or equipment that is way too big. I will definitely be a returning customer. Thank you TMR"
—Amanda Cone Karczynski
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The Benefits of Including Young Children in Cleaning Activities
Young children are naturally drawn to the activities that the adults around them regularly do.
They also have a strong desire to do things independently. Giving children the option to participate in practical life activities, like cleaning, will:
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Foster independence
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Develop fine and gross motor skills
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Cleaning tasks follow a sequence of steps, which develops executive functioning skills.
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Children learn about responsibility and realize they can contribute to their environment.
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Build confidence as children learn to master the tasks through repetition.
Child-Sized Materials Are Important
You wouldn't chop a carrot with a machete! That's what it can feel like to a toddler using adult-sized materials.
Child-sized materials are not only easier for them to use but they'll give your child the understanding that there's a place for them in the home - "These are my tools".
Add all your cleaning materials to a small accessible container, like our Toddler Cleaning Caddy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Katie Lannaman, an Infant Toddler Montessori (MACTE) teacher, RECE, and all-around amazing educator has assembled this Cleaning Set, as well as the write-up that goes along with each item.
We've included a short write-up for each item, including the benefits for each item and instructions for how to introduce them.