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This week’s Quote:

“The first essential for the child’s development is concentration. The child who concentrates is immensely happy.” – Maria Montessori

Cultural Studies:

This week we started learning about Europe and some of the historical landmarks (ex. Leaning Tower of Pisa, Buckingham Palace), famous people, and the different countries that make up the continent. The children are coloring flags from the different countries, and learning all about the different Islands and peninsulas that make up parts of Europe.  The children are also singing songs and looking at pictures related to Europe.

Primary sing-Along:

On December 20^th @ 10:15-11:00am, you are invited to join us in the classroom for a winter sing-a-long and share a snack with your child.  The children are practicing their songs and are excited to share this special time with you.  All are welcome to join us (parents, grandparents, siblings etc. – the more the merrier!!!)

The children are working nicely together and our younger friends in the classroom are learning so much from the older friends.

P.E. class:

The Kindergarteners LOVE going to P.E. with Coach Dodge.  They are learning games and teamwork, and all about building physical activities strength.

Winter Celebrations:

The children are learning about many different traditions people celebrate during December.  Our Practical Life area offers many different works that are related to the different holidays that are celebrated this time of year.

Upcoming Events:

Monday, December 17^th – Kindergarten Chapter Book Party

Thursday, December 20^th – Primary Winter Sing-Along @ 10:15-11:00am

Friday, December 21^st – Half-day  dismissal @ 11:15 – Winter break begins

Monday, December 24^th-January 7^th-No School – Winter Break

Tuesday, January 8^th – School Resumes

We hope everyone has a Fantastic weekend!!

Hello parents and welcome to our blog.  Thank you for visiting!

Montessori Quote: “Never help a child with a task at which he feels he can succeed.” -Maria Montessori

Flat Stanley:

This week was filled with lots of holiday stories the children shared with each other, and the travels that Flat Stanley took during Thanksgiving break.  The children enjoyed looking at pictures from their friends and heard about all the cool places Flat Stanley vistied.  Thank you for sharing your journey with us.  The children are looking forward to starting a brand new chapter book – coming soon!!

Kindergarten Field trip:

This week the Kindergarteners went to visit the fire station down the street and played at Amador Park.  They toured inside the fire house and even saw where the firemen sleep.  The children learned all about fire safety and what to do in case of an emergency.  They learned about the fire truck and got to see inside of it.  During our visit, there was an emergency call that came in to the fire house and  the children watched as the ambulance pulled out of the station with its sirens going – it was exciting to see!!

This week, we introduced new Practical Life works and the children are starting to explore with them.  These include: holiday tree decorating, gift wrapping, sorting, bell stringing, and folding holiday clothing.

The weather has been beautiful outside lately, so the children are thoroughly enjoying the outside classroom with Ms. Val.  The leaves have changed colors and are beginning to fall, so there are lots of leaves that need raking!!!

Cultural studies:

We are ending our North America studies and will be beginning Europe by next week.  The children learned all about the land, people, food, and culture.  If there are any parents who have traveled to Europe or have any information about Europe that you would like to share with us, we would greatly appreciate it.  Just let us know – thanks!!

Holiday Songs:

We are beginning to learn holiday songs for our upcoming Primary Sing-A-Long on December 20^th @ 10:15. You are invited to join us in our classroom.  Please look for more information coming soon.

Upcoming Events:

On December 7^th – Kindergarten Assembly @ 8:30am

On December 20^th – Primary Sing-A-Long @ 10:15-11:00am

Welcome and thank you for visiting our blog.

Montessori quote:

“The environment must be rich in motives which lend interest to activity and invite the child to conduct his own experiences.” –  Maria Montessori

On Friday, November, 16^th we celebrated our first chapter book party – Flat Stanley.  The children enjoyed arts & crafts, food, games, dress-up and much more!!! Thank You for all the volunteers who helped make our party a success.Reminder:  If you are going somewhere special  for the holiday and would like to take Flat Stanley on your vacation, just bring him along and have your child share their story when they return back to school.

This week we focused on the traditions of Thanksgiving and why it is important to be thankful.

When asked the question to the children – “What are you Thankful for”? – these were some of the responses:

“My food, my drinks, and the world” – Jazz

“My friends, and having a good dinner” – Brighid

“My family and friends” – Ethan

“My family and my brother” – Maicah

“My dog” – Dylan

“My mom, my dog, and the earth” – Lucas A.

“My mom” – Brady

“My school, my friends, my mom and dad” – Jaiden

“My room, my toy castle” – Bella C.

“The earth, my home” – Kate

“My dog, and Mom & Dad” – Madeline

“My school, my Mom & Dad” – Lincoln

“The earth, and my family” – Lucy

“The earth, my family, & friends, and my toys” – John David

“My Mom” – Myles

“My toys” – Austin

“My trophy” – Victor

“Food” – Bia

“The earth” – Mia

“My teddy bear and my stuffed animals” – Nathan

“My school and the world” – Sophia

“My school and my friends” – Miriam

“My dog” – Max

“My family” – Kavi

“My mommy & daddy” – Vivian

Kindergarten Field trip: On Tuesday, November 27^th the Kindergarteners will be taking a field trip to the Fire Station on Amador Lane.  We will be walking there and leaving at 12:30 and returning by 2:30pm.

We want to wish everyone a wonderful and safe holiday!!

Hello parents and thank you for visiting our blog!

This week’s quote:   “Never help a child with a task at which he feels he can succeed.” – Maria Montessori

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Kindergarten Field Trip to Red Rock:

On Thursday, the Kindergarteners went to Red Rock Canyon for their hike on the Discovery Trail and had a picnic lunch.  We had a blast!!  The children enjoyed hiking the trail and seeing and touching some of the great trees, bushes and rocks they have been learning about.  They experienced the great outdoors and learned more about nature that surrounds them.  Eating lunch in a picnic area surrounded by great big red rocks was a special treat.  It was a true success!!

Thank You again for all our parent volunteers who helped guide the children along the way.

Thanksgiving:

We have been discussing the history behind Thanksgiving and talked about the Mayflower and their route to the new land.  The children role-played how it must have felt traveling across the Atlantic on the Mayflower.  The children also shared what they are Thankful for this year (some really great answers from some really great children!!).

Desert Studies:

We continued to explore the different plants, wildlife, and Native Americans (Paiutes) who once roamed our land.

Kindergarten Field Trip to the Fire Station:  On Tuesday, November 27^th – the kindergarteners will be taking a field trip to the Fire Station on Amador Lane (next to the park).  We will be walking to the station after lunch and recess.  Please look for additional information in the upcoming week.

Upcoming Events:

Wednesday, November 21st – ½ day dismissal @ 11:15am for Thanksgiving Break

Thursday, November 22^nd – no school for Thanksgiving Break

Friday, November 23^rd – no school for Thanksgiving Break

Tuesday, November 27^th – re-take picture day

Tuesday, November 27^th – Kindergarten Field trip to the Fire Station

ENJOY A WONDERFUL WEEKEND!!

Hello Parents and welcome to our blog!

This week’s quote:

“The most important period of life is not the age of university studies, but the first one, the period from birth to the age of six”.  – Dr. Maria Montessori

Cultural studies-

This week we discussed the continent of North America and the three major countries: America, Canada, and Mexico.  We learned some of the historical places in the United States and the deserts that surround us.  We colored the Canadian flag and discussed the migration of butterflies to Mexico.

Desert studies-

We have been discussing the many desert animals that live among us.  From the Desert Tortoise to the Big Horn Sheep, we learned of their habitats and their way of survival.  We discussed nocturnal animals and how they protect themselves from predators.  We learned of desert plants and the most common one; the cactus.

Election Day-

On Tuesday, the children had the opportunity to use their voice and VOTE.  They voted on their favorite M&M color and cast their vote in a private booth.

The school –wide choice was Red!

Kindergarten Red Rock field trip-

On Thursday, November 15^th the Kindergarteners will be going to Red Rock Canyon.  We will be leaving school at 10:15am and returning by 2:30pm.  Upon arrival, we will be having lunch and then hiking the Lost Creek Children’s Discovery Trail.  In order for the students to have a fun and successful experience, we ask for the following:  please wear tennis shoes and dress appropriately for the weather including an FMS school shirt, pack a disposable sack lunch with no Tupperware containers, thermoses, ice packs, or silverware.

Meet our new Teacher:

This week we welcomed Ms. Brianna to our classroom.  Ms. Brianna comes to us with over five years experience working in a Montessori school.  We are excited to have her join us and the children have been getting to know her throughout the week.

Spanish class:

The children are having a great time with Ms. Lina, our Spanish teacher, on Thursdays and enjoy counting, singing, speaking, and even dancing in Spanish.

Upcoming Events:

Monday, November 12^th – No School in observance of Veteran’s Day

Thursday, November 15^th – Kindergarten field trip to Red Rock Canyon

Friday, November 16^th – Kindergarten Assembly @ 8:30am

Wednesday, November 21^st – ½ day dismissal @ 11:15 (Thanksgiving break begins)

Thursday & Friday, November 22^nd-23^rd – No school for Thanksgiving Break

Have a Wonderful long weekend!