Composting

Stage 3: Composting

Montessori Materials

USD $242

A curated selection of learning materials for the composting stage of a simple life cycle, complementing the NatureTot System. These materials will be the foundation of any composting worm care exercise. If you are developing a simple life cycle in your prepared environment, you will most likely want a worm composting system.

Small and child sized.
Lid is manageable by the child.
Sized for best care of the worms.

The advantage of a commercial worm composting bin is the layers of compost allow the worms to travel up and down between the layers. You can then feed the worms on the top layer and allow the bottom to finish composting. Then when it is time to gather the worm castings, it is easy to remove them from the finished tray.
Worm Composter
The worm composter is small enough that the child can access it independently.
Nutrient Tea Collector
A stable bowl with a spout helps the child manage liquids with care.
Worm Bedding Strainer
A practical strainer minimizes steps by combining purposes when preparing the worm bedding.
Worm Collection Tray
This rust-resistant tray of aluminum is easy for the child to maneuver.
Do the Montessori Materials (products) fit on the respective cabinets? Will they work in the NatureTot System if I wanted to purchase these cabinets at later date?

Yes, Montessori materials purchased as a stand-alone products will fit on cabinets purchased at a later date. Some of the materials (planting trays) will even fit on our new Compact Cabinet, to be released this spring! This means that you can build your system up gradually according to your budget or time.

I am squeamish of worms and don’t think I can overcome this. Will it matter?

I have had educators who also felt the same! I must tell you that it is worth overcoming this feeling. You can be assured that the children LOVE worms, and they will be quick to do so, but they are also easily influenced by your attitude to the worms. This period of the child’s life is an incredible opportunity for the child to learn to accept, love and respect other creatures that look and feel different but that are essential in the workings of nature, something that we all can probably learn more of!

I am concerned about worms. Can the worms hurt you?

First, you should understand the composter worm is not a parasite. The composter worm plays an important role along with other microbes in breaking down dead plant and animal waste, turning these back into soil and making the nutrients available for new plants. The worms do not harm humans and in fact are beneficial.
Second, it has been shown that the composter worm actually removes harmful bacteria from the soil. So, while it is very important to keep a clean environment, the worms need not be frightening. In our NatureTot System Masterclass we have taken a meticulous and cautious approach to introducing these in your prepared environment. We make several recommendations to keep the whole system clean and safe for you and your children without being cumbersome.

Will this meet my licensing requirements?

While we cannot say if this will meet your licensing requirements, we have had this in several classes without issue. Please be sure that you follow your licensing requirements. If you have questions please contact us for assistance.

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