One of the most recent projects that the children have been working on is the zen garden. The project began by planting, sweeping, and decorating the space. Then we had a gathering outside to brainstorm which quiet activities they would like to bring out. Some wanted...
Schedules are evolving and adjustments are being made as our infants have matured their sleeping, playing and eating patterns. We see more of a later morning nap routine as their schedules are aligning with the toddlers. A few of them will also nap in the afternoon...
In the Rosemary Classroom, the children have been exploring weather changes! The children were very inquisitive about the rain and snow that they began to see towards the end of January. They discussed the different types of clothing and proper attire that is worn...
This February has been a busy time in the Atelier. The month of February is often associated with compassion and love, and as our CARE project has evolved during this month, we have seen artistic expressions of care unfold! We asked the children to explore what the...
Project Work Enrichment is occurring in the Oak Room! As projects evolve, the students' inquiries go deeper and become more complex. This month we planted outside our pea plants that we grew from seeds. We also planted more strawberries, lavender, lettuce, bell...
It seems our entire room is on the move in one form or another. A large part of how toddlers learn about their environment is through moving their bodies, moving furniture and moving objects (throwing, pushing, and pulling). We have seen this happen repeatedly with...
Wild Roots Loves Toddler Food Prep Activities! The month of January has been very exciting for our Rosemary children! This month in the Rosemary Classroom the children have been very interested in our food prep materials. We have taken this opportunity as a...
Winter Wildlife Play has been invigorating in the Atelier this January! The children have noticed the outside weather had become much cooler and was impacting their daily routines by the new need for jackets, coats, rain boots, and umbrellas. Because of this...
THE WILD ROOTS BLOG
Welcome friends, teachers and families! This blog is where we’ll share updates of our school, peeks into happy moments from our classrooms, as well as posts that dive into childhood education philosophies (especially Montessori and Reggio ones!) and ideas for keeping our young ones smiling and learning.
Wild Roots Nannies provide holistic child care with Montessori and Reggio Emilia education philosophies.
