Naturally sweet and high in fiber, carrots are a great source of vitamin A and beta-carotene. Vitamin A is vital for vision as it forms part of a protein that absorbs light in the eye. It also supports cell growth and is essential in heart, lung, and kidney function. Carrots are great for dental health as they kill harmful germs in the mouth and prevent tooth decay.
Kiwis have lots of fiber, keeping you full and vitamin C to keep your immune system strong. They also have zinc, a nutrient to keep your hair, skin, teeth and nails healthy. Kiwis were originally called Chinese gooseberries. New Zealanders renamed the fruit after their national bird.
Brookeside Montessori Primary Students are pictured here with the team of firefighters from Eastern Berks Fire and Rescue 97! These brave and helpful community servants visited our school for Fire Prevention month.
Families have been sharing photos of the work children are doing through our distance learning program. Each week classroom teachers are providing learning resources, Montessori inspired activities and traditional homework assignments. Throughout the day our classroom teachers are scheduling one on one time with students and lessons are given to small groups of students.
We're celebrating the holiday in our classrooms! The week before Thanksgiving each class held a feast. This annual tradition features students dressed in costumes, sharing songs and poems, and of course delicious food. Teachers and parents combined their skills to create a beautiful and meal.
