Kate Kane, Wellan Librarian
Jun 24, 2020
Enhancing Literacy and Language Through Children’s Books
There is nothing most children love more than hearing a good story. During the Primary years, children begin to develop early reading...
Rochelle-O’Neal Thorpe
Dec 3, 2019
“Diversity is Child’s Play”
“Gummy, will you read me a book?” My grandson asked with a beaming smile. As most grandchildren do, he knew that a smile and bright eyes...
Jen Taschereau, Drama Specialist
Nov 9, 2019
Upper Elementary Drama: The Heartbeat of Shakespeare
To Shakespeare, or not to Shakespeare, that is the question. In my opinion, the answer is always, “Absolutely Shakespeare!” There tends...
Diving into Poetry with Lower Elementary
April is National Poetry Month! It’s always a favorite time of year for Lower Elementary students, who are currently exploring the many...
Kathie Dowd, Librarian
Dec 13, 2018
New to the NMS Library: PAWS TO READ Program
At some point in our lives, most of us have probably experienced anxiety about reading aloud to a group. It can be especially...
Katie Hamill, Primary Division Leader
May 26, 2017
Published and in Primary: The Outcomes of Writers’ Workshop
Did you ever think your child would be a published author before 1st grade?! Well this week the Primary Year 3 students achieved just...
Devon Beidler, Assistant Head of School
May 11, 2017
Summer Learning for All Ages
It’s almost here—Summer vacation! Students don’t need to be in the classroom to keep learning, and summer offers many great ways for them...
Elementary Students Celebrate Poetry
Slithering through the grass, Prey, predator, golden fangs, Sink in juicy flesh. —Calum, Grade 3 April was National Poetry Month, and...
