It’s hard to believe we are already in the third week! Most of our children have really started to settle in and grow fond of their new environment and teachers. We’re seeing fewer tears and more smiles each day, and outdoor play continues to be a big favorite among our toddlers.

We are also continuing to introduce and reinforce our expectations with the children, such as practicing grace and courtesy, cleaning up after themselves, putting away their work, and sitting at the table during meals. We’re also encouraging them to use the toilet, even if it’s just for a quick sitting.

As Maria Montessori wrote, “Toilet training is not only about learning to use the toilet, it is a preparation for independence, freedom, and self-respect.”

These are important steps in their development, and one of our main goals in the toddler class this year is to help all of our little ones reach the milestone of independent toileting.

Thank you once again for your trust and support. We truly appreciate you all.

As we begin the second week of school, the initial anticipation has settled, and the careful preparation of our Montessori environment is supporting the children as they ease into their new routines. It is a joy to watch our returning students confidently re-engage with their activities and serve as positive role models for the younger children. We are so proud of them.

We are equally grateful to see our new students adjusting, exploring, and beginning to develop a love for their new environment. The children especially enjoy their time outdoors, which offers the perfect opportunity to build trust and connection with our toddlers.

As Maria Montessori beautifully expressed, “The child who has felt a strong sense of trust from the adult will develop a trust in the world around him.” This trust lies at the heart of our work and helps each child feel secure, confident, and ready to learn.

We are deeply thankful to the parents for entrusting us with their little treasures. It is truly an honor to be part of their journey of growth and discovery.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend!

And just like that, our last week of school has wrapped up! Our last week of school was filled with many new experiences! The class enjoyed Field Day, Nini’s Bees, and Moving Up all this week! Field Day was split into two different days; we were able to watch, celebrate, and cheer on our older students with pride and admiration! Our mini toddler field day was filled with fun, skills, and laughter! We had the ball toss, bean bag launch, and relay race. 

Margot’s, Nini came to our classroom and showed us her spectacular Bees! Her patience and kindness are admirable; she took time explaining how bees gather nectar to help create delicious honey. The children were able to “spot” the queen bee and watch the amazing bees work in the live cell! They all enjoyed the honey tasting and asked for more! It is my sincere hope that this experience will imprint on the children forever to be protectors of bees. 

Moving up…this day is such a proud day! This day is a great celebration of pride. Your children have grown physically, mentally, academically, and socially. It’s a day that recognizes not only their growth and work, but also your commitment as parents to give them such a beautiful Montessori experience. 

Lizette, Anabelle, and I cannot put into words our gratitude and thanks for a splendid year! It was a joy to be with your children, love them each day, and give them all that Montessori has to offer. We see you as parents and how far you have come too, putting your trust in us, and we are so thankful for it! We wish you the best summer, filled with adventures, lots of play, and love!

With Full Hearts,

Ms. Mollie, Ms. Lizette, and Ms. Anabelle 

They say the best weeks are the simplest, and they were definitely right. This week we enjoyed the little things, bubbles, bug hunting, good music, and delicious pineapple! I asked the children, “What are your favorite works? The children helped choose different works that we have had throughout the year and got to help set them out in the classroom! They were overjoyed to have works they loved out again. Just a reminder in these crazy weeks ahead to keep it simple and full of love.

With Full Hearts,

Ms. Mollie, Ms. Lizette and Ms. Anabell

We definitely hopped into a good time this week! Our daily adventures around the Fraser Woods campus always give us a deep appreciation for nature and for its incredible creatures! We had the joy of seeing a Copes Tree Frog…..also known as “peepers” up close! The children were very curious about the frog’s sticky toes and why it was not green!! We read many books explaining camouflage in animals! Next week, the children are in for a wonderful surprise!!! We will have tadpoles in our classroom, which will help us to understand and see the life cycle of a frog up close!

The week has been amazing, full of great work, lots of learning, fun food tasting and baking, and most importantly, the celebration of a birthday in the classroom!

With Full Hearts,

Ms.Mollie, Ms.Lizette and Ms.Anabelle

Rain, Rain, Go Away! This week has been filled with many rain showers, making the week a little different. We literally went with the weather, if it was sunny we ran with it, raining we stopped to admire or sigh! On Tuesday we went out and it was sunny blue skies, which quickly turned to misty rain, we simply embraced it. We played in the misty rain, jumped in puddles and enjoyed being outside!

With our limited time outside we enjoyed making guacamole with Mrs. Lizette and tasting each ingredient! The limes were the star of the show. I was quite surprised at the children’s eagerness to try cilantro! We also made a delicious carrot cake with extra carrots, dried cherries and pumpkin seeds! The children devoured the carrot cake, with so many healthy new ingredients, I was really surprised!

The outpouring of love and appreciation this week has been so deeply appreciated. I admit I am not a overly emotional person, but your cards…..they touched my heart, and left me teary. Thank you for sharing your children with us each day, its a honor and a joy to be with them.

With Full Hearts,

Ms. Mollie, Ms. Lizette and Ms. Anabelle