The Montessori Method

The book that introduced Montessori to America. This is the book that introduced the Montessori method to America. A radical departure from conventional educational wisdom when it first came on scene, the Montessori method has become one of the most powerful and influential sets of ideas and practices on the education of children. The Montessori Method is Dr. Montessori's own exposition of the theory behind her innovative educational techniques. She shows partners, teachers, and administrators how to "free a child to learn trough his own efforts". The book introduces the guiding principles of the method: liberty for the child complemented by organization of the work by an adult (a "non-teacher" in Montessori's terms). Trough movement and manipulation of the Montessiri materials, trough thinking with the senses, the child develops a sense of order and logical thought - and a firm foundation for success in the three R's.