International Peace Day 

On September 20th, Tobin Montessori celebrated International Peace Day. This is a day celebrated around the world to promote the idea of peace. Maria Montessori was a strong believer in peace – she felt that if we could teach the children about the world and different cultures than they would come to love and respect all people.

Each child in our school was asked to decorate a paper pennant with words and pictures that represented peace to them. They have been strung together and now hang in the entrance of our school.

Walking on the Line

Kindergarteners in Room 283 focused on "Walking on the Line", a traditional for the Children's House exercise. "Walking on the Line" was created by Maria Montessori as a natural way for children to control their movement, to perfect their sense of balance, and to develop self-discipline.

Initially, Kindergarteners had sketched various designs and discussed which ones would be fun and challenging for walking. Then, under Ms. Yuliya's gentle guidance, they worked in the Children's House area to assemble the lines. The next step was to practice walking, and everybody enjoyed walking along the colorful lines. You are welcome to come to the Children's House and practice Walking on the Line!

PHOTOS 
Top left: Making a diagonal line is a challenge.
Top right: Ms. Yuliya helps young designers to measure exactly.
Bottom left: Aliya and Adam are checking the lines.
Bottom right: "Walking on the Line" is fun!

Gamewright Game Night! 

Join the Tobin community for a game night, hosted by Friends of Tobin

Thursday, November 21 | 5-7:30PM
Tobin cafeteria
Pizza for sale 

Try out board games from Newton-based Gamewright! Find something you like? A limited supply will be available for purchase at the event; additional games will arrive in time for the holidays. 50% of games sales benefits Friends of Tobin. No purchase is necessary to participate!

Winter Coat Drive 

We will be having a winter coat/jacket drive from November 18th-22nd. All the coats/jackets collected will be given to the Title One Program who will distribute them to Cambridge families during the month of December. Please drop off your gently used/clean jackets in the box at the top of the ramp. Thank you! 

Free Market 

The Free Market, that is held on the second Tuesday of each month is a huge success! Thanks to our volunteers who come by every month to help set up the Market. Many families and staff members join us each month and are amazed at the quality and abundance of food that is available.

Please join us! All you need to do is bring your own bag! Doors open at 1:30PM. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask. [email protected]

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