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This January, our students at Trillium Montessori explored the wonder of winter weather through a Snowstorm in a Jar experiment. Using clear jars, water, oil, white paint, and a fizzy surprise, children created their own swirling snow scenes. Smiles and excitement filled the classroom as they watched the “snow” move through the liquid and comeContinue reading “Snow in a Jar: A Montessori Science Adventure”

The new school year may still be months away, but planning begins now. This January, Trillium Montessori opens a special re-enrollment window for our currently enrolled families, giving them first access to next year’s classroom spots before enrollment opens to the public. This early access period reflects our appreciation for the families who make upContinue reading “Continuing the Journey: Re-Enrollment for Trillium Montessori Families”

This January, our Trillium Montessori students turned their curiosity toward the natural world with a hands-on STEAM activity that explored how glaciers move. Using talcum powder and ice, children created miniature glaciers and observed what happens when the ice begins to slide slowly across the surface. Through touch and observation, the children noticed how theContinue reading “Slow and Steady Science: Exploring Glaciers the Montessori Way”

This week, our classrooms were filled with jingles and curiosity as children explored the magic of magnetism through a playful holiday science experiment. Using magnets and jingle bells, they discovered what happens when metal meets a magnet and how magnetic forces work. Through guided exploration, children tested which objects were magnetic and which were not.Continue reading “Jingle Bells and Magnetic Wonders: A Montessori Science Discovery”

The holiday spirit was bright and joyful in our Infant classrooms at Trillium Montessori this December. Our youngest children enjoyed a cozy Christmas celebration filled with songs, music, and stories that captured the wonder of the season. Teachers filled the room with familiar melodies and soft jingles as little ones smiled, clapped, and moved alongContinue reading “Tiny Tunes and Holiday Joy: Our Infant Christmas Celebration”

This December, our Trillium Montessori students explored the wonders of the night sky through a hands-on STEAM project that brought science and creativity together. Using mini marshmallows and toothpicks, children built their own constellations, learning about patterns, structure, and imagination along the way. Each star shape became an opportunity for problem-solving and collaboration. Children comparedContinue reading “Stars in Their Hands: Building Constellations the Montessori Way”

The holidays have arrived at Trillium Montessori, and our classrooms are shining with joy and creativity. To begin the season, children worked together to decorate mini Christmas trees, filling our spaces with color, sparkle, and laughter. This annual tradition brings together both our older and younger students, who share in the excitement of choosing ornaments,Continue reading “Joyful Hands at Work: Our Montessori Christmas Tree Celebration”

Gratitude is a value we weave into daily life at Trillium Montessori. This November, our children created heartfelt “Thankful For” posters that celebrated the people, places, and experiences they cherish most. Each child used drawings, stickers, photos, and words to design a poster that reflected their unique perspective. The project encouraged creativity, storytelling, and self-expressionContinue reading “Celebrating Gratitude: A Look at November’s “Thankful For” Project”

Our children recently enjoyed a colorful science experiment just in time for Thanksgiving. With a plate of Skittles and warm water, they created “Skittle Turkeys” while exploring how dissolving and diffusion work. How It Worked The experiment sparked curiosity and encouraged observation and prediction skills. With guidance from our teaching team, children connected a playfulContinue reading “Skittle Turkey Science Fun at Trillium Montessori”

Throughout November, our youngest children at Trillium Montessori have been exploring what it means to give and share. In their classrooms, simple moments became big lessons. Children offered toys to friends, helped clean up, and shared stories about the people and pets they love. Teachers guided these moments with care, helping each child recognize kindnessContinue reading “Thankful Hearts in Tiny Hands: A Montessori Start to Giving”