Early Childhood - Celebration of Life

Maria Montessori developed a very special ritual to honor a child’s birthday called the Celebration of Life. During this celebration, a student walks around the “sun” holding the globe, showing the passage of time as a full rotation represents a year. As they reach their birth month of each year, they and their family share pictures, stories, and accomplishments of that year. This allows them to share with their teachers and peers all their growth and development. As they complete their final walk, they blow out the candle as they think about the year to come!