One of the most heartwarming aspects of a Montessori classroom is seeing how naturally children care for and support one another.
In a mixed-age environment, learning isn’t just about individual growth—it’s about building friendships, sharing experiences, and growing together.
Older children gently guide, younger ones learn through observation, and every child finds their place in a caring community.
For parents, it’s a beautiful reminder that learning goes beyond academics—your child is also developing empathy, confidence, and a genuine sense of kindness every day.
Slow morning in our garden. Tending to our corn plants and marigolds… Staring at the honey bee that stops by from flower to flower. Listening to the song of dawn by magpies and mynas.
Children understand the satisfaction of caring for a plant and seeing it develop, as well as the feeling of achievement that comes with it.
They find meaning in their green pursuits and their classroom reflects this, teeming with green life and providing a peaceful, tranquil ambience.
Children will understand that care for plants not only adds visual value to their classroom but also improves their mental well-being by providing a quiet and attentive atmosphere.
Kids learn about the roots of a plant that take up water and nutrients from the soil. They also anchor the plant to the ground and keep it steady. The stem carries water and nutrients to different parts of the plant. It also provides support and keeps the plant standing upright.
We look for roots around the school.
Here are some interesting pictures to share. After collecting all the roots they record, gather them bit by bit and compile them as their scrapbook.
Children can be all thumbs at times, but we can nurture their green thumbs by making gardening fun, getting their input on the garden spot, and planting their favourite trees. Our little gardeners with their healthy growing sunflowers!
“Every child is a different kind of flower, and all together make this world a beautiful garden.” “A sprout is like love. Water it and watch it grow” growing tomatoes with care and love.
Did you know eggshells can be used as fertilizers for plants? TSP children were pounding eggshells for their little garden. Regrowing plants from scraps is another way for children to appreciate the mother of nature, too.
