Hi everyone, it is hard to believe November is almost over. Our children have been enjoying the beautiful weather, however please keep in mind that the temperatures in the mornings can be very chilly. Please remember to dress the children in appropriate outdoor clothing. We want all the children to enjoy and benefit from all that the outdoor classroom has to offer and when they are cold it takes away from the learning experience!

Our children have once again had the pleasure of working with Ms. Barbara. Here we are cutting, hole punching, sewing and tying. Ms. Barbara helped and showed the children how to make a moccasin shoe from paper. The children discovered that a long time ago, the Native Americans used tree bark to make their shoes which are known as Moccasin’s.  

Thank you so much Ms. Barbara!

Broccoli Turnips

Our children are always busy taking care of our greenhouse. We will be harvesting some of our vegetables very shortly, we can’t wait to taste them!!!

We are in need of some pots for planting, as well as bird seed. If anybody has some extras at home, donations are greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

To all of our FMS families,  “There is no end to the adventures that we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open.”- Nehru

Wishing you all the joys of a truly Happy Thanksgiving!

Remember learning is endless,

Love Ms. Val & Ms. Kim

As November approaches please keep in mind that the weather is changing. In the morning it can be very chilly; therefore, I recommend dressing the children in layers so that they can remove clothing as the day warms up. Over the past several years we have found this to work the best, as well as, making sure the children wear socks and comfortable shoes.

As always, October Is an extremely busy time of the year for us! This year we have been very lucky to have such a wonderful helping hand from Ms. Barbara. So here is what we have been up to for October… 

• Pumpkin carving
•                                         Tasting Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
•                                          Nibbling on our Pomegranates
•                                                      Leaf collections
•                                             Tending to our greenhouse

Pumpkin Carved!

Seed tasting!

                                          PomegranateTasting

Look at everything flourishing in our greenhouse!!!

We have had a positive response with the children’s communication skills. We have been working hard at teaching the children courtesy and how to show it to each other. This is not an easy task, but once learned it is a lesson never forgotten and frequently used.  

Drying flowers

Never-ending Art Work!

To all of our F.M.S. families, have a happy and safe Halloween – BOOOO!!

Remember learning is endless!!

Love, Ms. Val & Ms. KIm  

Hi everyone, welcome to October!

Our children have been busy planting seeds and attending to our greenhouse. The aroma in our greenhouse is amazing, so come on in and take a SNIFF…

Thank you to Ms. Barbara for her continuing help with her planting and watering secrets!    

Our children have been very active outside enjoying the beautiful weather!!

Let’s look at what they have been up too…

Pumpkin washing

Corn tweezing (great for eye and hand coordination)

Fun with magnets

         Reading                                         

Our artists are always using their imaginations in the outdoor environment.

Friendships blooming just like our plants.

Ms. Val and Ms. Kim are always watching the garden; 

remember learning is endless!!!

Our greenhouse is a magnificent addition to our beautiful outdoor classroom!!

Come on in and take a peak!!

   Ms. Val                              Ms. Kim

All of our children on the primary side have been busy planting, our greenhouse is full of herbs and vegetables!

We chose herbs and vegetables because it is just enough of a challenge to make it rewarding and fun. Once our plants start to harvest, we will be able to taste and use our herbs for a variety of culinary purposes.

Here are some of the different types of herbs and vegetables our gardeners have planted. 

• Carrots
•  Beets
•  Basil
•  Parsley
•  Garlic
•  Yellow Onions
•  Turnips
•  Thyme
•  Chives
•  Lavender
•  Rosemary
•  Chicory
•  Peppers

We also want to give a special thanks to Ms. Barbara (RJ’s Grandmother), for all of her help and tips on watering.

     The greenhouse has peaked our children’s curiosity and they have been coming up with some very interesting questions!

      One of our favorite questions so far is…

Why isn’t the greenhouse green?

Another Question…What is the greenhouse made of?

     The greenhouse is made of a special clear material called polycarbonate. These are glass like panels and unbreakable, ask the children more about the greenhouse and what it’s made of. You will be surprised on how much they know! 

Here are two of our students explaining what polycarbonate panels are and how they work!

Remember learning is endless!!

Love Ms. Val & Ms. Kim

September 

Going green in 2014!

 Out with the old and in with the new, September will bring a new face to our outdoor classroom!

Although our outdoor classroom has seen several changes; there is still one very special surprise ahead… Our new Green House! 

This will harbor our plants and vegetables all year around.

The outdoor classroom is a concept that gives the children an opportunity to explore and experience what nature has provided for them. The self directed activities and projects are designed to allow the freedom to explore, as well as identify various species of birds and insects. In turn this will allow the children to proceed at their own pace with little distractions in a peaceful and tranquil environment. This program will produce independent thinkers and artistically talented children who will become well rounded adults in the future!  

Just look at the excitement on our children’s faces, as they enjoy our outdoor classroom!!

Remember learning is endless!!!!

Love Ms. Val & Ms. Kim