Earth Day (April 22) is a beautiful reminder each year of the importance of connecting children with nature.
As Dr. Montessori once said, “There must be provision for the child to have contact with nature; to understand and appreciate the order, the harmony, and the beauty in nature.” Earth Day provides us the time and space to honor and celebrate our remarkable planet.
Whether it’s going for a nature walk and picking up trash, using cloth napkins and dish towels instead of paper products, or saving food scraps for composting, Montessori schools all over the world are connecting students with nature and finding ways to safeguard our planet to fight for a brighter future.
We checked in on the AMS schools that we highlighted last year to learn about the engaging activities planned for Earth Day 2024. Check out how they are continuing to inspire their students to protect the planet!
Kirkwood Children’s House
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