Evanston Montessori Children's House

Children raised caterpillars in the classroom and learned about metamorphosis.

Hello everyone, Evanston Montessori Children's House is closing permanently as I have decided to retire. I appreciate your support for the past 14 years. Please let me know if you want to buy our indoor and outdoor materials. You will get a huge discount when you buy everything.

Congratulations graduates 🎓 l am proud of you ❤️

On 5/31 our class took a trip to Emily Oaks Nature 🌿 Center in Skokie, IL. The area includes a beautiful trail through the forest with duck 🦆 and geese 🪿 nearby.

It was so nice to enjoy the fresh air and wilderness 🌳 all around us! We had a picnic 🧺, a hike, playground 🛝 time and also checked out the indoor learning center.

We love being outside to experience the sounds of birds, animals and wind jostling the leaves in the trees. What a peaceful and enjoyable trip! 🐦‍⬛ 🌸

Our Evanston

More Photos from Cultural Day 5/21!

How did you celebrate Mother’s Day?

It is such a special occasion to celebrate and honor the dedication of mothers around the world.

As Montessorians, we value the importance of celebrating and showing gratitude for the contributions that our mothers make to our lives and communities.

Each child planned, created and gave their mom something handmade to make the day memorable. They were so proud!

Lots of beautiful smiles and hugs were exchanged at EMCH this week. Delicious food was shared. We even had some fun dancing and playful music.

Here are some Montessori Ideas for you to try at home:
• Create homemade gifts.
• Cook or bake together.
• Plant a garden.
• Go on a nature walk.
• Read together.

Last week we learned about and celebrated HOLI: The Festival of Colors!

This vibrant, energetic and multi-colored celebration of love, color and fertility takes place every year upon the arrival of Spring.

It is a popular Hindu holiday celebrated most-commonly in India. Our group learned about marking the end of winter and honoring the triumph of good over evil.

We threw colorful powder called gulal, ate sweets, and danced to traditional music. It was really fun to see the children enjoying themselves and making memories together!

A big thank you to parents who helped out and participated. :)

Some Holi ideas for home:
* Add vibrant colors to your space.
* Find your inner child and let loose with dance.
* Commemorate love and community.
* Laugh! It is the best medicine.
* Revel in the music and atmosphere.

Hi Evanston Friends, Are you still looking for summer camp options for kids aged 2-6?

For this year’s 2024 Summer camp, your children will discover all things China. June 10 - July 12 by a Montessori certified teacher. 😍

This year, children will enjoy:
* Learning about geographical features, language, food, culture and games of China 🇨🇳
* Practicing counting, greeting and 🎶 singing in Chinese
* Create arts 🎨 + crafts projects
* Watch a children’s Chinese movie 🍿
* Celebrate Chinese New Year 🎉
* Perform a theatrical show for parents on “stage” in the backyard 🎭
* Enjoy a big piñata 🪅 celebration
* Ongoing Spanish language learning 🗣️
* Develop a sense of order & independence by working with Montessori materials 📚
* Yoga 🧘 to promote mind and body coordination
* Lots of outdoor time with water 💦 + nature 🌳 play
* Picnic 🧺 lunch outside (weather permitting)
* Wade in child sized pools + play in sprinklers
* Visit nature centers + local parks 🛝

Your children will be safe, loved 🥰 and learning so much. Let’s enjoy the outdoor time and sunshine 🌞 together!

To enroll, please send us a message!