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Throughout March, our classrooms explored the water cycle as part of our monthly project work, and recently the children proudly shared what they learned through hands-on projects and presentations. As they learned about evaporation, condensation, and precipitation, children engaged with the concepts in developmentally appropriate ways. Teachers introduced materials and resources that allowed children toContinue reading “Showing Our Learning: Exploring the Water Cycle Through Monthly Projects”

This week, our classrooms explored a Climbing Rainbow science experiment that sparked curiosity, careful observation, and excitement around scientific discovery. Using simple materials, children watched as colors slowly moved and blended, creating a rainbow effect through absorption and movement. As the experiment unfolded, children observed changes over time, noticed patterns, and shared their ideas aboutContinue reading “Exploring Color and Curiosity Through a Climbing Rainbow”

Seasonal learning moments like St. Patrick’s Day are approached thoughtfully at Trillium Montessori. Rather than focusing on a single-day celebration, teachers use the opportunity to introduce crafts and projects that support creativity, concentration, and cultural awareness in a Montessori-aligned way. Children engage in hands-on work such as art projects, practical life extensions, and classroom discussionsContinue reading “St. Patrick’s Day”

Last week, our classrooms explored a Flossing STEAM activity that brought together science, problem-solving, and real-world connections in a way that felt engaging and meaningful for the children. Using simple materials, children investigated how floss moves, stretches, and interacts with different surfaces. As they experimented, they tested ideas, made observations, and adjusted their approach. TheContinue reading “A Creative STEAM Extension of Our Dental Hygiene Unit”

Toddler Yoga is a new enrichment now offered across all Trillium Montessori schools for our two-year-old classrooms. This program was introduced to support early physical development while encouraging calm focus, confidence, and body awareness in a way that feels natural and engaging for toddlers. At this age, children are learning how their bodies move, balance,Continue reading “How Toddler Yoga Supports Early Development”

Parent Teacher Conferences at Trillium Montessori are an important part of how we partner with families throughout the school year. Held the week of March 9, these conferences provide dedicated time for families and teachers to come together and reflect on each child’s growth. During conferences, teachers review previously established goals and share progress madeContinue reading “Supporting Growth and Next Steps Through Parent Teacher Conferences”

Throughout February, our students at Trillium Montessori have been exploring the theme of Community Helpers, the people who make our neighborhoods safe, healthy, and connected. From doctors and firefighters to mail carriers, teachers, and police officers, children learned about the many important jobs that help our world run smoothly. Through stories, role play, and art,Continue reading “Learning from Our Community: Montessori Lessons on Helping and Belonging”

This February, our students at Trillium Montessori explored motion and design through a fun and creative Bow and Arrow STEAM project. Inspired by Valentine’s Day, this hands-on activity invited children to use simple materials to build and test their own mini bow-and-arrow models. As they worked, children observed how force and tension create movement. TheyContinue reading “Aiming for Discovery: Our Montessori Bow and Arrow STEAM Challenge”

At Trillium Montessori, Valentine’s Day is a celebration of friendship and creativity. On February 13, our classrooms will be filled with laughter, handmade cards, and joyful art projects. Children will design their own Valentines, share kind words with classmates, and enjoy the fun of giving and receiving small tokens of friendship. Celebrations like this encourageContinue reading “Celebrating Friendship and Kindness: Valentine’s Day at Trillium Montessori”

This January, our students at Trillium Montessori took a journey beyond Earth with an exciting Solar System project. Through stories, art, and hands-on exploration, children learned about the planets, the sun, and the vastness of space in ways that sparked imagination and curiosity. Our classrooms were alive with discovery as children built models of theContinue reading “Exploring Our Solar System: A Montessori Journey Through Space”