Rolling Up Sleeves

Rolling sleeves teaches children to prepare independently for art, cooking, and washing activities.

• Framework: Montessori
• Unit: Practical Life
• Learning area: Care of Self
• Level: Ages 3-4

Objectives

• Prepare for messy activities
• Develop independence
• Practice sequential folding

Materials

• Long-sleeved shirt

Instructions

1. Grasp cuff of sleeve. 2. Fold cuff up once. 3. Continue rolling or folding. 4. Push up past elbow. 5. Repeat with other sleeve. 6. Check that sleeves stay up.

Educator tip

Show both rolling and folding techniques. Rolling often stays better but folding is gentler on delicate fabrics.

Assessment

Child rolls sleeves independently before messy activities.

More from Practical Life

• Hanging Up Clothing
• Putting on an Apron
• Folding Clothing
• Using a Mirror for Self-Check
• Buckling a Belt
• Putting on Mittens
• Washing Hands Thoroughly
• Blowing Nose