We began our new science unit this week, Apples! Our students had the opportunity to sort and label different varieties of apples while exploring their nomenclature. Students also had the chance to taste and vote on their favorite apple variety! We also introduced ‘changing a toilet paper roll’ and floor-sweeping for practical life exercises...Read More
Fall is here! With the weather change and the attempt to get students outside as much as possible, please check the weather every morning before school. In past years, some families have found it helpful to keep a pair of waterproof boots at school throughout the week. We will be going outside even in...Read More
Fall is here! With the weather change and the attempt to get students outside as much as possible, please check the weather every morning before school. In past years, some families have found it helpful to keep a pair of waterproof boots at school throughout the week. We will be going outside even in a...Read More
This week, students studied Stellar Nucleosynthesis in Science. Students have also been presenting their science projects. It was a lot of fun, and their work was awe-inspiring! Students have been working on prokaryotes, botany, or cells for biology. In Geometry, students are working angles. In math, they are working on factors and multiples. Grammar jumped...Read More
Leaves and Trees was our new science unit this week! We studied and identified parts of a tree and parts of a leaf. We learned about how trees grow week while exploring many art extensions, including leaf rubbings, leaf prints, and using Q-tips to paint a fall tree. We are observing the season of Fall...Read More
This week our class continued to work on Practical Life Skills. In Montessori, Practical Life skills help to develop motor control and coordination. It also helps to develop independence, concentration, and a sense of responsibility. This sponge work activity helps prepare toddlers to work with pencils by strengthening their fine motor muscles in their fingers...Read More
For our science unit this year we’re working on the Universe Studies. Monday we learned about things like the life cycle of a star, supernovas, and neutron stars. Ms. Kristine showed us how to make a quadrant. A quadrant is a scientific instrument used to measure angles. Students used straws, paper, yarn, and a...Read More