Jr/Sr Kindergarten: Saying Goodbye to Our Classroom Pet
Our classroom pet, Dory, passed away this past week. She was a sweet, little fish that the children loved feeding, observing, and making...
Seedlings: Dramatic Play
“The environment must be rich in motives which lend interest to activity and invite the child to conduct his own experiences.” -Maria...
Preschool: The Umbrella Queen
“Who remembers which country we are studying?” a teacher inquired to the children. One child raised his hand and proudly shared,...
Pre-Primary: The Benefit of Extra Time Outdoors…
As milder weather rolls in, opportunity arises for longer time periods of outdoor play. One morning, the Pre-Primary class played on the...
Kindergarten: Celebrating Earth Day
Recently, the kindergarten class celebrated Earth Day. In preparation for the event we have talked about having peace with nature and...
Seedlings: Montessori Sensitive Period for Small Objects
“It is this sensibility [sensitive periods] which enables a child to come into contact with the external world in a particularly intense...