It has been a week full of interesting lessons, birthdays and cool weather. The Lower Elementary students have been excited and full of anticipation. We spent some time this week restructuring our classroom procedures to promote independence and peacefulness. Each student is responsible for a class job such as sharpening pencils, watering plants, or rolling work mats. It is truly remarkable to watch each student rise to the occasion and perform their part in taking care of our environment. They are content and satisfied at the end of each day. Independence is a key component of the Montessori learning environment.
"Never help a child with a task at which he feels he can succeed." Maria Montessori
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