“As we observe children, we see the vitality of their spirit, the maximum effort put forth in all they do, the intuition, attention and focus they
bring to all life’s events, and
the sheer joy they experience in living.”
—Maria Montessori, The Child, Society and the World (Unpublished Speeches and Writing)
Monday, December 5
This morning at Calendar Time, Ms. Sarah talked about the signs of winter. Today's sign of winter was a frosty leaf.
At snack time, we were joined by a lovely purple playdough octopus, courtesy of the upper elementary class.
We were also joined by one of Santa's elves.
Some Kindergartners had a handwriting lesson.
Other children had a lesson with Ms. Kristen on animals of the world.
Other Monday morning candids:
Matching Initial Sounds
Dry Pouring
Sorting Bells
Alphabet Puzzle
Parts of a Bird Puzzle
Apple Slicing
At the end of the work period, Ms. Jenny came for dance and movement class. This week, we enjoyed a variety of movement songs and dances, including "The Wind," "Jackie Frost," "See the Horses Galloping," "Punchinella," "O Belinda," and "Walking in the Park." Ms. Jenny's Moon Maiden puppet made an appearance and gave a personal "good bye" to each child at the end of class.
In the afternoon, some children worked on handwriting.
While others chose math work:
Other Monday afternoon candids:
Making Cards
Sound Pouches
Land and Water Forms
Reading with Friends
A Christmas Tree with a Door
Preparing a Snack
Sharing the Snack
Illustrating a Book
Locks and Keys
Jobs Time
Tuesday, December 6
This morning our classroom was buzzing with activity. Below are some candids:
Christmas Tree Punch Work
Fun with the Manikin
Making Cards
Smiles for Playdough
Handwriting Lesson
Sound Cylinders
Christmas Trees Everywhere
Locks and Keys
We had music class this week with Ms. Sarah, as Ms. Ida was out. We learned the first verse and the chorus to "Jingle Bells" and practiced clapping a steady beat on our laps or with our hands. Afterwards, we danced to some old favorites, "Animal Action" and "The Freeze Dance."
Here are some afternoon candids:
Counting Snowflakes
More Christmas Tree Punch Work
Playdough Time
Reading Block Stories
Organizing the Blocks
Wednesday, December 7
A beautiful ocean wave, shell, and starfish were waiting for us this morning, a gift from the playdough fairies.
Today was a rainy morning, so we had indoor recess. Legos, coloring, and playdough activity boxes were popular choices.
Our busy work morning included food prep with carrots, apples, and celery, a donation from one of our friends in honor of his fifth birthday. Thank you, and happy birthday!
Blocks were popular this morning.
This group of children told a block story:
The Plane that Doesn't Fly
One day there was a plane. No one was flying the plane, so it became a secret hideout. There are block people that live there. There are stairs that lead to the top, so you can look out the top. Animals live there.
Other Wednesday candids:
Parts of a Bird Puzzle
Christmas Tree Punch Art
Illustrating a Book
Playing the Please Bring Me Game
Bead Stringing
Reading from the Big White Book
Making a Design with Pencils
Reading in the Loft
Pouring Work
Sorting Bells
Drawing
Writing Stories
Drawing Time
Thursday, December 8
This morning, blocks and story writing dominated the classroom. Below are some photos of these activities:
Other Thursday morning candids:
The young writers and builders continued their work throughout the afternoon.
Ms. Kaya and friends used several visual discrimination works. In these pictures, they are using the December art matching cards, snowflake matching cards, and color paring puzzle cards.
Other Thursday candids:
Fun with the Sound Pouches
Playdough Time
Crafting with Friends
Friday, December 9
Illustrating Books
Do, Re, Mi
Tic-Tac-Toe
Yoga
Playing the December Syllables Game
Working with the Land and Water Forms
Replenishing the Towel Supply
Exploring the Science Tray
Playdough Time
What Shall I Write Next?
Food Prep, Peeling Carrots
Block Time
Matching Art Cards
Button Up Your Christmas Tree, When the Wind is Free
Handwriting Practice
Parts of a Snowman Nomenclature Cards
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