I can't tell you how much I love South Jordan Montessori. They are amazing! Roman and Capri always ask if they can go back and are totally jealous that now Karoline gets to go. The school goes on a field trip every month and this last trip was up to Rocky Mountain Falls. Cheri, Annelise and I all came along and it turned out to be the greatest hike for these kids! I carried Clara in the backpack and Cheri helped Karoline and London up some of the steep rocky parts. We made it to the top no problem...except for the small "incident" when I ducked to go under a fallen tree, just not far enough, and poor Clara got bonked! Mother of the Year right here! We were laughing pretty hard, but only because Clara didn't cry. Other than that, a very successful hike with snacks and playing at the top...
Every year, all of the Montessori kids participate in the country fair. Each student researches one aspect of a country or continent such as the food of Italy or the animals of Australia (those were Roman and Capri's ideas from years ago!). They put together a poster and bring any other items from that area they would like, and display them at the fair. All of the students receive a passport, picture included, and names of all of the other students and countries. They then take turns going from country to country, asking their classmates about what they learned, and getting their passport stamped or stickered. Brilliant! It's also a fundraiser even where everyone brings treats or items to sell and the money goes to the school for works or play equipment. The kids love it and really learn a lot!
Karoline chose the animals of Africa. Tucker's Uncle Fred had recently given us a large book of his countless travels including several trips to Africa. He had so many incredible pictures of these animals and Karoline (as well as the twins) was fascinated.
Here she is all set up in her chair with her sunglasses on...
I think she was having fun!
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