The Montessori Nest

18/10/2024

POYA DAY SESSION : Eat Smart, Stay Storng

Part 2: Yoga, Snack Time, and Cookery 🌈

After the science activity, the children transitioned into a yoga session themed around fruits and vegetables, using poses to represent different healthy foods. This playful and active session not only improved their body coordination and balance but also reinforced the message of maintaining physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

During snack time, the children took a break to enjoy nutritious snacks, learning about mindful eating and the importance of including a variety of foods in their diet.

Finally, we wrapped up the session with a fun cookery activity, where the children made healthy, colorful pancakes using ingredients like carrots, spinach, and beetroot. Each child had the opportunity to mix ingredients, working on their practical life skills, and observe how these vibrant vegetables can be used in everyday meals. This activity not only nurtured their creativity and independence but also encouraged them to make healthy food choices by seeing how vegetables can be both fun and delicious.

This holistic, hands-on learning experience focused on empowering children to take an active role in their well-being while developing essential skills for life. 🌟

18/10/2024

POYA DAY SESSION : Eat Smart, Stay Storng

Part 1 - Storytelling, Craft, and Science Activity 🌱

Our Poya Day Session began with an engaging story, “Carrot Club,” where the children learned about the importance of eating well and staying strong through healthy choices and exercise. This fun and interactive storytelling activity laid the foundation for understanding the components of a balanced diet.

Following the story, the children participated in a hands-on craft activity where they created their own healthy eating plates. This project helped them understand the balance between fruits, vegetables, proteins, and carbohydrates. It also provided an opportunity to develop fine motor skills as they cut, glued, and arranged food items on their plates. This tactile activity allowed the children to gain a concrete understanding of food categories while fostering creativity and independence.

We then moved into our science experiment, where the children explored how different substances affect the oxidation of apples. They cut apples into pieces and soaked them in water, milk, vinegar, sugar, salt, lime, baking powder, and air. Over time, they observed and discussed which solutions best prevented the apples from turning brown, sparking curiosity and reinforcing scientific thinking and observation skills.

12/10/2024

🌟 Unlock a day of fun and learning this Poya Day!

Enroll your kids (ages 3 - 10) in our exciting Poya Day Session packed with engaging activities such as:

• 🖌️ Storytelling & Craft
• 🔬 Scientific Activities
• 🧘‍♂️ Yoga
• 🍽️ Cookery

🕘 9 AM - 12 PM
📍 Aeonsky Apartments, St. Joseph Street, Negombo
LKR 3500 for a 3-hour session – all materials and snacks provided!

Limited spots available, so sign up today to give your child an unforgettable experience.
📞 For more info and to enroll: +94 70 2585238

Don’t miss out on the fun!

30/08/2024

DAY 3 : Yoga & Cookery Session

The final day of our holiday program was a fitting conclusion to our transportation theme. We started the day with an energetic yoga session, where the children followed along to a pirate ship story, moving and stretching as if they were pirates on a grand sea adventure.

For the cookery activity, the children made "Racing Cars" using fried sausages, with cucumbers as wheels and tomatoes as helmets. This activity allowed them to get hands-on in the kitchen, preparing their own snacks with creativity and independence.

It was a fantastic end to our holiday program, combining fun, movement, and practical life skills. We're so proud of all the children for their enthusiasm and growth over the past weeks.

28/08/2024

DAY 2 : Exploring Transportation Methods & Scientific Activities

Today's transportation-themed holiday program was filled with exploration and scientific discovery! We started by observing different vehicles that travel on land, water, and in the air. The children sketched these vehicles, honing their observational and artistic skills.

Next, we delved into some exciting science experiments. The children made rockets using paper and straws, learning about propulsion as they blew their rockets into the air. They decorated their rockets, adding a personal touch to the experiment.

For our water-themed activity, the kids crafted boats using bottles and sticks, creating a simple propeller mechanism that allowed their boats to move in the water. This hands-on experiment taught them about buoyancy, motion, and engineering in a fun and interactive way.

We wrapped up the day with a puzzle featuring air vehicles, reinforcing their understanding of different modes of transportation while challenging their problem-solving abilities. Through these activities, the children explored the world of transportation while engaging in scientific inquiry and creative thinking.

26/08/2024

DAY 1 : Speech & Drama session with a Craft

This week, our holiday program soared into the theme of transportation! We introduced the children to land, water, and air transportation, sparking their curiosity about how people and goods move around the world. To bring the theme to life, we had a special guest lead a speech and drama session. She engaged the kids with a story, and together they crafted a creative drama about traveling from Sri Lanka to India using different transportation methods.

The children also got hands-on with a craft activity, making and decorating hanging airplanes and helicopters. Their imaginations took flight as they envisioned their journey to India. It was a day filled with creativity, storytelling, and practical learning. Stay tuned for more adventures as we continue our transportation theme!

24/08/2024

All Aboard for the Final Week of Our Holiday Program! 🚂✈️🚗

In our eighth and final week, we’re exploring the exciting world of transportation! Your child will dive into the different methods of transportation, participate in engaging scientific activities, and enjoy yoga and cookery sessions.

The highlight of the week is a SPECIAL GUEST appearance for a speech and drama session led by an expert. It’s the perfect way to end this amazing holiday program on a high note!

Join us for a week full of discovery, creativity, and special moments. Spaces are limited to 10 children per session, so don’t wait – sign up now!

Sessions are on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 AM to 11 AM.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable journey!

23/08/2024

DAY 2 : Cookery & Yoga Session

Continuing with our "Germs and Diseases" theme, the kids had a blast making "bacteria" cookies from scratch! This fun and tasty activity allowed them to learn about germs in a creative and hands-on way, as they shaped and decorated their cookies to look like different types of bacteria.

We also incorporated yoga into the day, focusing on poses and practices that align with the importance of hygiene and keeping our bodies healthy. It was a perfect blend of learning, creativity, and movement. Stay tuned for more exciting activities as we dive deeper into this theme!

23/08/2024

21/08/2024

DAY 1 : All about Germs, Science Experiment & Pool Party

This week, our holiday program focused on the theme of germs and diseases. We started by discussing what germs are, where they grow, and how they affect our bodies. The kids were fascinated by a science experiment where we used pepper and soap to demonstrate how germs react to soap, showing the importance of cleanliness in a fun, visual way.

To wrap up the day, we had a pool party where the kids splashed around and enjoyed some delicious food. It was a day of learning, fun, and a bit of splashing! Stay tuned for more activities as we continue our exploration of this important theme.

17/08/2024

Dive into Health and Fun at Our Holiday Program! 🦠🏊‍♂️🎉

In the seventh week, we’re focusing on germs, diseases, and the importance of staying healthy! Your child will explore how germs spread, how to prevent illnesses, and the role of good hygiene in keeping us safe through engaging scientific activities, interactive games, and creative crafts.

And don’t forget the highlight of the week – a fun-filled pool party and games on Wednesday! It’s the perfect mix of learning and play.

Join us for a week packed with knowledge, fun, and splashes! Spaces are limited to 10 children per session, so don’t wait – sign up now!

Sessions are on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 AM to 11 AM.

Don’t miss out on this healthy and fun-filled adventure!

16/08/2024

DAY 2 : Map Marking & Career Games

On the last day of our “Neighborhood and Occupations” themed holiday program, we wrapped up with some exciting and reflective activities. The children drew a map of the neighborhood we explored the previous day, reinforcing their understanding of the places we visited. We also played a fun guessing game about different occupations, which sparked curiosity and learning.

To wind down, we incorporated yoga to help the kids connect with their bodies and minds. Finally, the children wrote about their ambitions, allowing them to express their dreams for the future. It was a perfect conclusion to our journey of exploration, creativity, and self-discovery.