Parent and Grandparent visiting days are some of my most favorite days in the classroom! The teachers get to experience the joy, growth, independence, maturity, and creativity of the children each and everyday, so when parents/grandparents can join us for a glimpse into the daily lives of their children/grandchildren when they are at school, it's so much fun! It was such a joy to see the love and admiration the grandparents have for their grandchildren today. Many of the grandparents who visited today are new to Montessori so many of them asked great questions! Many comments were made regarding how peaceful the environment is and how the children respected one as well as the materials (demonstrated by them choosing the work, doing the work, returning the work and moving on to the next work). They watched in amazement as their grandchildren moved about the classroom with such authority and independence. I heard grandparents asking their grandchildren questions about what they were doing and why and the children explained beautifully. Some of the great works that were done today were: shaving cream, maze with the Red Rods, Easel, Addition Strip Board, Teen Board, teen bingo, Sound Boxes, absorbent/non-absorbent science experiment, mystery bag, flower sponge painting, flower still life drawing, Knobless Cylinders, and many more. I felt like I learned something more about the children today~to see their relationships with their grandparents in action was a gift. Thanks to all the grandparents who visited today and we look forward to the ones visiting tomorrow!
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