Dr. Montessori's Own Handbook

A Montessori education follows the individual child's interests using observation...!

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Montessori is a method of education that is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning and collaborative play. In Montessori classrooms children make creative choices in their learning, while the classroom and the highly trained teacher offer age-appropriate activities to guide the process. How successful are Montessori students? Previous research has shown that students who attend Montessori schools foster higher levels of executive functioning skills like self-discipline, autonomy over learning, deep focus, critical reasoning and problem solving.

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Montessori method of education, Child education, self-directed activity, hands-on learning, collaborative play, creative choices

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The Five Principles
Principle 1: Respect for the Child. Respect for the Child is the major principle underlying the entire Montessori method. ...
Principle 2: The Absorbent Mind. ...
Principle 3: Sensitive Periods. ...
Principle 4: The Prepared Environment. ...
Principle 5: Auto education.

The main purpose of a Montessori school is to provide a carefully planned, stimulating environment which will help the child develop an excellent foundation for creative learning. The specific goals for the children who attend a Montessori school are: Developing a positive attitude toward school!
Beginning at an early age, Montessori nurtures order, concentration, and independence. Intentional classroom design, materials, and daily routines support the student's emerging ?self-regulation? (the ability to educate one's self, and to think about what one is learning), in toddlers through adolescents.