Italian educator Maria Montessori in Rome in 1951. Her philosophy of child-directed learning was geared toward underprivileged students, but today it is often associated with upper-class schools.
The Child Is the Teacher: A Life of Maria Montessori, by Cristina De Stefano, Other Press, 248 pages, $28.99 Maria Montessori's ideas about education stem from the principles of choice, individual ...
Montessori practical life activities transform everyday routines into meaningful learning experiences that foster independence, focus, and confidence. From spooning beans to sweeping floors, these ...