Diwali!


Yet another wonderful aspect of Montessori education is how we celebrate cultures from around the world.   We love to learn about many celebrations and festivals throughout the year in a multi-sensory manner.  In doing so, the children glean an impression and appreciation for the rich, cultural diversity that makes up our world.  Recently MFS celebrated Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights.  By tasting delicious fruits, smelling fragrant spices,  feeling beautiful, hand-stitched fabrics and hearing traditional music and stories we explored the culture of India.  What a bright and colourful week it was.  Happy Diwali!






Harvest Time

Despite the cooler temperatures we continue to be busy both indoors and out!

We've been harvesting dry bean pods and saving seeds.  It's always so exciting to crack those pods & see the beautiful seeds inside!









We've also been using all of those delicious apples we picked at Avalon Orchards to make apple sauce and apple/carrot muffins!  Mmmmm.....





We've been beautifying our Children's Garden by planting some lovely perennials.  Lavender is our favourite!






As well as taking nature walks to enjoy the gorgeous colours and neighbourhood friends who share their gardens!  :o)







Hooray for Harvest Time!