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The Montessori Principles and Practice (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

E. P. Culverwell

 
9780260650276: The Montessori Principles and Practice (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Harness the Montessori method to unlock self-directed learning that grows with the child. This approach emphasizes hands-on discovery and inner motivation as the path to real understanding.

The book explains Montessori principles and their practical use, showing how education can begin with a child’s own spontaneous activities. It explores reading and writing as tools for thinking, not just for decoding words, and describes how teachers can guide learning without dampening curiosity.

  • Learning through direct, hands-on activities that build attention and self-control.
  • Reading and writing taught from meaning, using phrases and tasks that encourage discovery.
  • The value of small-group or class work within a framework of freedom and individual exploration.
  • How education shapes character, discipline, and the ability to think for oneself.

Ideal for educators and parents interested in Montessori-inspired approaches to nurturing independent, thoughtful learners.

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