Arborland Montessori Children's Academy: International Culture Day 2011
International Culture Day with the students of Arborland Montessori is a colorful celebration of cultural diversity through the arts. The performances brought the viewers to many parts of the world, without leaving home.
Online, April 9, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Despite the rainy forecasts for Thursday and Friday, even the king sun came out to enjoy International Culture Day with the students of Arborland Montessori. The annual event, held this year on April 7th and 8th, is a colorful celebration of cultural diversity through the arts.
Students from the toddler, primary and elementary classes gave their best performances of foreign songs, dances and even plays. The children, as well as the audience who came out to support them, learned different customs from around the world while enjoying themselves and having fun.
The performances brought the viewers to many parts of the world, showing traditions from the cold streets of Russia to the warm shores of the Philippines. The students were all excited to present their productions, which were the result of so much hard work and effort, to their equally eager parents, relatives and friends.
After the wonderful performances, everyone was invited to visit the classrooms that have been transformed into different countries and regions of the world. The rooms were adorned with fascinating pieces ranging from ostrich eggs and South African musical instruments to the more recognizable Hawaiian garb. Fun facts about the regions were also displayed in the rooms, giving everyone more information about the specific area.
While viewing these displays, everyone was also encouraged to sample the different cuisines native to the regions. It was like walking the streets of Egypt and London without leaving home.
The celebration was truly a feast for the senses - exotic artifacts, beautiful costumes, engaging music and delicious international fare were enjoyed by the young and the young at heart. The multi-cultural fiesta was indeed a party for all ages, with parents celebrating as much, if not more, as their beloved children.