Continent Boxes

I haven't started on this project and hope some of the other Montessori moms can help me out. Since my daugher just turned 2 a few months ago, right now should she simply be allowed to look at the objects? How can I use continent boxes with a toddler? Well, I'm going to try. So what are continent boxes? Continent boxes are used to enhance the learning of geography and culture. The box should contain small objects related to the continent in question and a folder showing photos of daily life people at work, leisure time, animals, crafts, landscape, plants, art, and ect. Here is a checklist to help you out-
___currency
___stamps
___items used in local festivals
___cd of the music
___children books
___recipes
___flag
___toys/games
___craft
___dolls in traditional attire
___photographs
__continent matching cards

Free Printables-

http://www.montessorimaterials.org/geo.htm

http://peacefulmanngeographylinks.blogspot.com/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/jojoebi/collections/72157603022772523/

Here are links to some retail options-
Contintent Kits: http://www.montessoriforeveryone.com/Continent-Kits_c_8.html
Coin Collection:http://montessori-n-such.com/detail.aspx?ID=136
Children of the World: http://www.montessori-n-such.com/detail.aspx?ID=113
Continent Animal Kit: http://www.montessori-n-such.com/detail.aspx?ID=126
Continent Cards: http://www.montessori123.com/catalog/complete-set-of-images-for-all-continents-laminated-cards-p-39.html

The Sunny Patch: Geography plans for Kindergarten

The Sunny Patch has up WONDERFUL lessons for Geography. Since Zhana is only 2, we really can't use a lot of the information but if you have a child K-1st grade you should definitely check this out!!!
The Sunny Patch: Geography plans for Kindergarten

Another Place for Doman Encyclopedia Bits

Just another resource for Doman Encyclopedia Bits https://mywebspace.wisc.edu/velikina/web/bits.html; They have bits on musical instruments, astronomy, famous paintings, geography, constellations, puzzles, and a word game.