6-12 anys

The mathematical brain is always at work.  The abstract concept of the passage of time can be made more concrete with the production of timelines.  Timelines can be created in any subject area and aid in the  ordering of events within the reasoning mind.

People need each other.  This is the concept students learn when they work with the interdependency material. Children become aware that goods and services are traded through complex supply chains. Specific jobs are interrelated with others.  Students are introduced to the concept of global economy as products are made available to others.  In the words of the students, “Everybody needs everybody.”

Learning through candle making, scientific observation, and creativity in our Montessori environment.

In our Montessori environment, the children recently embarked on an exciting hands-on project: candle making. This activity emerged from the children’s curiosity and interest in how candles are created, giving them the opportunity to explore science, creativity, planning, and responsibility all at once.

Before beginning, the children carefully planned the activity together. They discussed the materials they would need, organized their workspace, and talked about the importance of safety when working with heat. Wearing gloves and protective glasses, the children approached the experience with great care and responsibility, demonstrating independence and teamwork throughout the process.

As we made the candles, the children explored the fascinating concept of changing states of matter. They observed how solid wax transformed into a liquid when heat was applied, and later watched it cool and harden back into a solid state. Through this concrete experience, scientific concepts became meaningful and memorable, allowing the children to connect theory with real-life observation.

The process also encouraged concentration, patience, and collaboration. Some children carefully measured and prepared materials, while others observed the melting wax and shared their discoveries with friends. There was a wonderful sense of excitement in the environment as the children watched their candles slowly come to life.

Most importantly, the children had a fantastic time. Experiences like these allow them to learn through exploration, curiosity, and purposeful work, all central values within the Montessori philosophy.

We look forward to continuing to follow the children’s interests and creating more meaningful opportunities for hands-on learning in our environment.

Country , City Project

The country, city research project took place in April. The students worked in groups; choosing, comparing and sharing information. They connected by choosing a place based on their interests or connection to heritage and  travel.  They worked together; researching, reading, writing and communicating. Sharing their discoveries and they developed an understanding of geography, cost of living and culture.

Fem maquetes del les principals serralades, rius i principals cims d´Espanya.

La unió que ens fa més forts.

Aquest curs hem treballat la Unió Europea i hem construït una maqueta en forma d’escala per representar com es van anar unint els països.
Hem après que la unió és molt important, sobretot després de la Segona Guerra Mundial, quan molts països van quedar molt afectats i van decidir ajudar-se entre ells.
També hem après coses noves sobre com funciona la Unió Europea i perquè és important cooperar. Ara entenem que treballar junts ajuda a viure millor, tant a classe com al món.

Una llarga manualitat de fang.

A partir de la festivitat de tots sants vam proposar fer una bruixa voladora feta amb fang. Vam estirar el fang i el vam plegar en forma de cons, cosa delicada que va fer que molts haguéssim de repetir el procés. Cada alumne/a li va donar un toc especial, cares, robes, expressions diferents i detalls. Un cop sec ho vam portar al forn que tenen els alumnes d’ESO per coure-ho. Llavors vam pintar-ho amb pintures acríliques i amb bambú vam fer-li l’escombra.

La ceràmica és una activitat que sempre tothom vol fer però que cal certa habilitat i no desanimar-se, i seguir-ho provant.

Students aged 9 to 12 visited the ruins of Empuries in November where they learned about the Greek influence in Catalonia.  In mixed groups children read various Greek myths in English.  After reading their myths, the students worked together to analyze their stories in order to produce short skits.  After weeks of careful crafting, the students performed their creations for their peers and for the neighboring class of students aged 6 to 9.

Rainy days give us the opportunity to play in other ways.  Instead of going to the playground, children control their play scenarios by choosing from a variety of options.  Table games, art supplies, and building materials are stimulating resources that also help in relaxation.

Els alumnes de 4t, 5è i 6è de primària han restaurat un moble de fusta que tenim a la classe on guardem els draps de neteja de l´aula.