We handcraft wooden Montessori learning materials in our workshop in Worcester, Massachusetts. We make our materials using birch hardwoods sourced from the U.S. and sealed with our custom organic beeswax/olive oil blend. We have also developed our own natural vegetable dyes that can be used to add subtle color to any material using local, organic ingredients. We are continuing to develop new products and are open to customizations and suggestions if you contact us. Thank you for your support and be sure to join us on Instagram @EssentialMontessori

We are excited to announce that we now offer free shipping of orders over $35 in our shop! Thank you so much for your support of our small family business as we go into our ninth year of hand making Montessori materials in our workshop! 

“The use of wood instead of plastic helps the child appreciate the natural world, the colors, shades and grains of wood, and the varying weight of wooden toys in a variety of sizes and densities. Quality shows a respect for the child and teaches the child respect for belongings. Beauty and durability are important at all ages for the child’s tastes are being formed at this time of life. People who learn to appreciate living with beauty early in life can more easily lead us in creating a beautiful home, and perhaps, a beautiful world, when they grow up.” -The Joyful Child