Montessori Vs. Daycare – Exploring the Seasons

In the Pacific Northwest we are able to enjoy large swings in the weather. One month it can be hot and dry and the next cool and rainy. Maria Montessori believed that in order for a child to thrive they need ample time to be outside and experience the environment around them regardless of the weather. When properly dressed your child can comfortably be outside in almost any weather. Experiencing different weather throughout the year is a lesson in and of itself. Children observe the changing seasons and all the wonderful detail that goes with that. When experiencing and discussing the weather together, one is often integrating science, math, reading/writing and further exploration and discovery. At VMS we encourage parents to make sure that the clothing supplied for their children enables them to explore the outdoors in all of our beautiful seasons. Remember that there is no such thing as bad weather, only insufficient clothing.