Everyday Moments!

The summer vacations are going on, and the one thing I miss is the opportunity to see children work peacefully in the environment. When I see children happily engaged in their work, that is the most amazing sight for me. It makes my belief in the Montessori method stronger, and makes me work harder to take Ayelet places.

Last year, getting a few children and seeing them engrossed in individual and group activities was the most satisfying experience. When I saw a child concentrating and carefully washing his hands, another little one trying to figure out the relationship between two sensorial materials… A little girl trying to build the brown stairs differently, or one of them not wanting to give up working with the World Map… There are so many instances every single day, which brings a big smile on my face.

After seeing these sights on a daily basis when I go back home, I feel inspired, content and absolutely blessed about Ayelet and every single child, family and person associated with us.

- Falak

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