Working in the garden - developing balance and strength walking with the wheelbarrow. 
Building and creating in the sandbox, discovering new textures and what happens when you mix sand and water. 
Working with some of the language objects - learning the names of common tools and matching the tool to a picture. 
Cleaning the window - hand strength and motor coordination, completing a task successfully, and enjoying a clean window! 
'Fixing the boat' - language, following directions, prepositions 
'Row, row, row your boat' - music, movement, coordination and balance 
Washing snack dishes - mixed ages allow the younger children to learn from the older members of the community, and older children take on a leadership role. 
Having a great time listening to music! 
Working on pincer grip, hand strength and fine motor control.
Whew! We have had a busy 2 weeks and the children are settling into the classroom routine beautifully. Remember -'Montessori 101' our parent education night is next Tuesday, September 25. RSVP here
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