As the school year draws to a close, our Montessori classroom is alive with excitement – not just because of the warm days and blooming flowers, but because of the tiny creatures we’ve been quietly observing this week: our caterpillars!

When we first welcomed these wriggling little visitors into our environment, they were small and hungry, reminding us so much of how the school year began. Our students, too, arrived with wide eyes and curious minds, ready to explore and grow. We watched as the caterpillars ate, moved, and grew bigger each day, just as we watched our children begin to read their first words, change their own shoes, and resolve their own conflicts with grace and courtesy.

Then came the stillness—the quiet chrysalis. At first glance, it may seem like nothing is happening. But inside, there is transformation. This mirrored the subtle but profound inner work we’ve seen in our children throughout the year. They’ve been building independence, strengthening concentration, and developing a deep sense of self.

Now, as we await the butterflies’ emergence to stretch their delicate wings, we see the culmination of both journeys. The classroom is filled with confident voices, capable hands, and compassionate hearts. Like our butterflies, the children are ready to take flight—whether it’s into their next Montessori cycle, a new school, or simply the summer ahead.

This beautiful parallel reminds us that growth takes time, care, and trust in the process. In Montessori, we don’t rush—we observe, we support, and we prepare the environment for natural development. The metamorphosis we’ve witnessed, both in nature and in our classroom, is a powerful testament to the potential that lies in every child.

When we release our butterflies into the world, we do the same with our students, knowing they are ready and deeply grateful to have been a part of their journey.

Warmly,

Marissa & Sue

During the month of May, we’ve embarked on a magical journey into the world of pollinators and insects. The highlight? Witnessing the awe-inspiring transformation of caterpillars into butterflies—a real-life lesson in metamorphosis that has captivated every child.

Each day, the children observe our classroom caterpillars with quiet curiosity, noting changes in their size, movement, and habits.

Metamorphosis offers more than a science lesson—it invites reflection on patience, change, and the beauty of nature’s rhythms. Through this process, our young learners are not just discovering biology—they’re developing empathy, observation skills, and deep respect for living things.

We can’t wait to release our butterflies into our flower garden in the next few weeks, adding a meaningful moment to our study of pollinators and their role in the ecosystem. What a beautiful way to learn and grow together!

We hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend. We really enjoyed creating the children’s Mother’s Day surprises for you – each one is more precious than the last!

Marissa & Sue

This week has been filled with so much excitement as our classroom experienced two very special events.

First, after weeks of anticipation, our chicken eggs have hatched! The children have been observing the incubator with great care, tracking the days and learning about the life cycle of a chicken. Witnessing the tiny chicks break free from their shells brought joy and amazement to us all. It was a beautiful lesson in patience, responsibility, and the miracle of life.

Adding to the joy, we also welcomed our beloved grandparents and special friends into the classroom. Their presence brought warmth and stories that connected generations. The children were proud to share their work, from bead chains to puzzles to painting – and the grownups’ eyes lit up with curiosity and pride. It was a reminder of the powerful role family and friends play in our children’s learning journeys.

Both moments—the hatching of new life and the gathering of generations—beautifully reflect the heart of Montessori education: nurturing wonder, connection, and lifelong learning.

Have a great weekend!

Marissa & Sue

Something VERY exciting happened in our classroom this week! We have baby chick eggs incubating! In April, we study birds, so this observation fits right in with our new unit.

Once the baby chicks hatch, they will go back to the farm that they came from, located in Easton. We thank Mrs Sargeant for arranging the eggs for us!

When we can bring real-life experiences into our classroom to deepen our understanding of our lessons, it is Montessori in action! Ask your child about our eggs!

In a Montessori classroom, learning is often a hands-on experience that invites curiosity and fosters a sense of wonder. One of the most captivating subjects for young learners is the world of colors. A study of rainbows and the science of color mixing is an exciting way to engage children in discovering the beauty and magic of the world around them. Recently, our classroom embarked on an exploration of rainbows, primary colors, and the fascinating process of color mixing!

Once the students were familiar with the idea of a rainbow and the variety of colors it holds, we delved into the core concept of color theory—the primary colors: red, blue, and yellow. We used Montessori color materials like the color tablets to visually explore and differentiate between these hues. The tactile nature of the materials, paired with the children’s natural inclination to touch and explore, made this lesson particularly engaging.

Through sorting activities, students were able to identify and arrange primary colors, gaining an understanding that these colors cannot be created by mixing other colors. This revelation led to our next exciting step—color mixing!

With the foundational understanding of primary colors, it was time for the children to explore the art and science of mixing colors. The children were free to use red, yellow, and blue in any combination they wished to see what would happen. It’s been an exciting week!

Have a wonderful weekend,

Marissa & Sue

The month of March brings our study of rainbows! We all are anxiously waiting for Spring weather, so why not bring it into the classroom?! We will be learning all about rainbows, weather, and the water cycle with some fun hands-on experiments upon our return from break. This week, the children have been having fun learning the order of all the colors in the rainbow. We have also been practicing a fun poem; ask your child if they can recite it with you!

Rainbow, rainbow in the sky,
Peeping out as clouds go by.
Red, orange, yellow, green and blue,
There is purple in there, too!

Have a wonderful Spring Break, and hopefully, the weather cooperates for some fun outside time!