Science
The Yadkin Valley Community School’s curriculum is on a cycle which rotates through life science, physical science and earth science. In middle school, chemistry is incorporated as well. Students gain a deeper understanding of the world around them through hands-on demonstrations, experiments and research projects.
In a Montessori classroom, everything is linked through Cosmic Education. For example, while learning about the geography of Africa, the K-2nd class built rainforest biomes. While learning about medieval history, the 6-8th grade class learned about simple machines and made catapults.
Kids are natural scientists. They are curious and observant.
Dissecting animals, from earthworms to mammals, is a great way to learn about zoology.
Using the iterative process, students’ Rube Goldberg Machine won 1st place in the NC Science Olympiad.
Research and presentations are central to Montessori learning. Students explore topics they care about, gather information, and share their discoveries with the class. This process builds independence, confidence, and strong communication skills while nurturing a genuine love of learning.
During our human body study, our students had the unique opportunity to track a baby’s growth and development
When learning about the external parts of animals, hands-on is the way to go!
Through many opportunities to experiment, kids learn the scientific method early…and have so much fun!
Kids learn by doing things with their hands. So, beautiful, handmade materials are used to teach all aspects of science. These materials allow teachers to create tactile, precise, and inviting objects that help children feel and see concepts.