Bellevue Montessori School

05/01/2025

MATERIALS SPOTLIGHT: Elementary children are fascinated by the extraordinary. So we direct their attention to the often remarkable aspects of life. One of those wonders is how plants make their own food! We examine some leaves together and then use a chart we like to call "The Leaf as a Food Factory." This impressionist chart shows the inner workings of a leaf (in almost cartoon form): little worker cells take in and break up carbon dioxide and water molecules, then mix and bake the elements to create food for the plant. Younger elementary children absorb the essence of photosynthesis, and then in their later elementary years, we revisit this chart to explore the science behind photosynthesis, chemistry, chlorophyll, and chloroplasts.

04/30/2025

Here is an alternative to chore charts. Give it a try!

As an alternative to chore charts, which may not work for every family, one mom describes the new technique to get kids to help with chores, all through the power of delegating.

04/29/2025

What is cosmic education and why does it matter?

Harmony and peace are the vision and purpose of Montessori Cosmic Education, and are as relevant today as they were when Montessori first developed them.

04/26/2025

Spring is in the air! Here are 10 nature-based activities to do with children.

As soon as Spring emerges, I find it hard to stay inside for long. Especially since having children, I have a new appreciation for witnessing nature “come alive”. From the bright flowers to the tiny insects to puddles, there is always something to explore. It’s always a reminder for me to slow...

04/25/2025

Children need to learn how to make choices for themselves. Here's how to help our youngest on this path to independence.
https://aidtolife.org/discipline/making-choices

04/24/2025

MATERIALS SPOTLIGHT: A recent National Geographic report highlighted a decline in children's fine motor skills. In Montessori, our handwork activities ensure that even our youngest children master how to hold and use scissors, thread a needle, create running stitches, and even sew a button! Eventually, children learn additional handwork skills such as embroidery, crocheting, knitting, and more! In the process, children strengthen their fingers and hands, which helps them have the fine motor control needed for holding a pencil and writing!

04/23/2025

Children's fine motor skills are in decline. Here's why and how to help!

Discover why fine motor skills are declining in kids and how modern childhood habits, like screen time and reduced outdoor play, are impacting their growth.

04/22/2025

📣 We’ve Moved! 🌟

Hello, friends and families!

We’re excited to announce that we’ve launched a new official page to better connect with our community and share all the wonderful things happening at our school! 🎉

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04/22/2025

Is it tattling or telling? Here's a guide to help children learn when to report a broken rule.

Kids are quick to report rule breaking by another child. How to teach them the difference between tattling and telling something adults should know.