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Inviting Environments
Montessori classrooms are bright, inviting, and filled with plants, books, animals, art, and music. Montessori classrooms are commonly called "prepared environments" because of the care and attention given to meeting the child's needs.
Respect and Independence
Montessori schools believe that each child deserves full respect. This respect creates an atmosphere where learning is facilitated.
Thought, collaboration, and discovery
Montessori teaches children to think and leads them to discover answers for themselves. Montessori teachers treat each child as a unique individual and help them learn at their own pace.
Montessori Materials
Montessori materials create a road map for children to move from the concrete to the abstract. The provocative and simple materials stimulate the child into logical thought and discovery.
Recommended Readings
The Secret of Childhood, Maria Montessori
Montessori, A Modern Approach, Paula Polk Lillard
Positive Discipline, Jane Nelson
Recommended Web Sites
North American Montessori Teacher's Association
Association Montessori Internationale/USA
International Montessori Council |
