
The Absorbent Mind, p. 206.
We hear a lot about how Montessori focuses on educating the whole child. But what does that mean? How is whole child education different from that of mainstream contemporary education?

Follow the child, they will show you what they need to do, what they need to develop in themselves and what area they need to be challenged ...
“We know how to find pearls in the shells of oysters, gold in the mountains and coal in the bowels of the earth, but we are unaware of the s...
I have to admit that I learned about Waldorf before I learned about Montessori. I lived about a mile from the Rudolf Steiner College in Sac...
I first learned about Montessori education when I enrolled my son in our town’s Montessori program. What began as a decision made in despera...
As a certified Positive Discipline parent coach, I ask parents to imagine a time 25 years from now: Your child pulls into the driveway rea...
In celebration of Montessori Week, we are happy to share some thoughts about Montessori from members of our NAMC family. Kathleen — In ...
In celebration of Montessori Week, we are happy to share some thoughts about Montessori from members of our NAMC family. Lisha — When...
The week of February 24–March 2 celebrates Montessori Week and marks the 106th anniversary of Montessori education. It is a time to come to...
The following is a brief overview of some key elements of the Montessori method as reflected in the Montessori environment, as described by ...
As a tutor for the North American Montessori Center , I enjoy the curiosity and thoughtful care in which our students approach their studi...
It has been so rewarding to follow Jordan’s progress this year and to observe his confidence grow in each curriculum area in our Montessori...
Children must master the language of things before they master the language of words. —Friedrich Froebel, Pedagogics of the Kindergarten , ...
We must help the child to act for himself, will for himself, think for himself; this is the art of those who aspire to serve the spirit. - M...
It is true that we cannot make a genius. We can only give to teach child the chance to fulfill his potential possibilities. (Montessori, The...
One of the greatest gifts I've received is my Montessori training. When I look at Montessori education, it’s not always about what I, ...
I was sitting around talking at lunch the other day and the question arose: What made you decide on Montessori? The stories varied from o...
So, you've decided to research Montessori education as a possibility for your child. You've attended parent information sessions, ...
The teacher, when she begins to work in our schools, must have a kind of faith that the child will reveal himself through work. She must fre...
Born with potential, babies arrive in this world as incomplete beings. They do, however possess an amazing ability to construct themselves...
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