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January 31, 2021

Upper Elementary has new novel study

I hope everyone had a healthy and happy holiday break. Rocky had a great stay with one of our families. New Novel Study Upper Elementary began a new novel study of the award-winning book “Caterpillar Summer” by Gillian McDunn. You may check out the novel and find more information at … [Read more...]

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January 27, 2021

Lower Elementary studying rocks, water cycle

We hope everyone enjoyed the winter break with your families. During January, we continue our study of the rock cycle, including the classification and exploration of rocks and minerals. The children also will be introduced to the water cycle and the work of water. This provides an opportunity to … [Read more...]

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January 27, 2021

The Importance of Montessori Materials

The Primary Montessori environment is “sensory rich,” with beautiful objects for the child to touch, see and explore. These carefully designed didactic materials are aimed at not just teaching, but, most importantly, aiding the child toward functional independence. Children who are functionally … [Read more...]

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January 27, 2021

Toddlers get an Arctic January

As we all know, toddlers enjoy a regular routine. As teachers, we appreciate January because, although students need to readjust to the school routine after the long winter break, it is typically a quiet month in which to get back into the work cycle. It is a time to refine practical life skills, … [Read more...]

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January 20, 2021

Finding Your Rhythm

Routines are important in making sure our classrooms – and our homes – run smoothly. If a child knows the routines, then the child knows what is coming next. This empowers the child and lets him feel in control. Montessori Services lists several ways parents can cultivate this sense of peace at … [Read more...]

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January 20, 2021

Toddlers learn about winter, weather

We hope you all had an exciting holiday break with lots of family time and rest (as much as is possible while parenting your ever-exploring toddlers). This January, our themes are stars, snowmen, polar animals, children of the world and weather. We'll glue and paint stars, use star cookie … [Read more...]

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November 29, 2020

How to grow independence

Maria Montessori was a strong believer in fostering independence in children, even at an early age. There are many benefits to cultivating independence in your child. The gift of independence allows children to feel empowered, to feel capable, and, ultimately, to feel they can trust themselves. We … [Read more...]

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November 26, 2020

Autumn is here and all around us!

“When children come into contact with nature, they reveal their true strength.” — Maria Montessori Why are toddlers so successful in a Montessori environment? The primary goal of the Montessori philosophy is: “Help me do it all by myself.” Maria Montessori discovered that all children have an … [Read more...]

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November 26, 2020

Teaching gratitude is more than learning to say ‘thank you’

November brings the coming of Thanksgiving projects, such as coloring the Mayflower and turkeys, pin-punching fall leaves, counting turkey stickers and making booklets with the parts of the turkey! Most importantly, however, November reminds us to “give thanks.” How do we teach children to give … [Read more...]

By Kathy Graham / Filed Under: Primary Newsletter, Primary Program 1 Comment

November 12, 2020

Lower Elementary’s work adds up

The children are hard at work practicing skills from weekly math and language lessons. The youngest students have been practicing composing numbers with the Montessori Golden Beads, a material designed to help children understand place value and the decimal system. Some children are doing … [Read more...]

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