Articles
- Montessori Education by Elizabeth Bronsil
- An Overview of the Montessori Method by Dr. Kathy Roemer
- Montessori: A Public Journey by Tim Nee
- Our Montessori Furniture
- Sample Montessori Classrooms
Resources
Our Peaceful Classroom
Aline D. Wolf- "Our classroom is a very happy place. ...It is bright and cheerful.
...We like to learn about people from other countries." (excerpt from the book)
This charming book gives a beautiful portrayal of Montessori education for a child's level of understanding. Illustrated by children from Montessori schools around the world, it depicts the sense of joy and beauty that illuminates many Montessori environments.
The Absorbent Mind
Maria Montessori- One of the great works of Maria Montessori, this book is the cornerstone of the timeless educational philosophy brought to fruition by Dr. Montessori herself. The Absorbent Mind takes its title from the phrase that Dr. Montessori coined to describe the child’s most crucial developmental stage: the first six years.
The Montessori Way
Tim Seldin & Paul Epstein PhD- The Montessori Way provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to the philosophy and educational approach of Montessori schools around the world. It gives the reader an in-depth look at programs for infants and toddlers through high school students. An essential for parents considering Montessori education for their child or educators thinking of starting their own Montessori program.
Honoring the Light of the Child
Sonnie McFarland- A lovely resource full of activities designed to nurture peaceful living skills in young children. Includes a music CD to promote peace education with simple easy-to-learn songs that the children will love.
Math At Their Own Pace
Greg Nelson, PhD- This scholarly work offers a series of activities to help young children learn math through hands-on, creative problem-solving techniques. It will help your students test the limits of their knowledge and make exciting new mathematical discoveries.
Online Articles
Study Shows Improved Test Scores for Students in Montessori Schools
Salynn Boyles- An interesting dialogue on the social, emotional and academic gravy of a well-rounded Montessori education. Posted on Fox News September 2006.
The Joy of Winter
Heidi Larson- A delightful discourse celebrating winter, and some hot tips on how to maximize the season for fun and learning.
Websites
American Montessori Society (AMS) - AMS provides the leadership and inspiration to make Montessori a significant voice in education. The Society advocates quality Montessori education, strengthens members through its services, and champions Montessori principles to the greater community.
Association Montessori International/USA - AMI was founded in 1929 by Dr. Maria Montessori to maintain the integrity of her life's work, and to ensure that it would be continued after her death. Among other things, AMI's activities include providing guidance for AMI training courses, organizing study conferences, and overseeing the publication of Dr. Montessori's works. Look here for books written by Dr. Maria Montessori.
Public School Montessorian - Since 1988, Public School Montessorian has worked to link Montessori advocates to each other and to others in the childcare field. Their work includes 3 publications: Public School Montessorian, a quarterly tabloid newspaper; Montessori Community Directory & Montessori Community Resource (directories published in alternate years); and Montessori Materials Guide, an annual guide to providers of materials for Montessori classrooms.
Parent Child Press - An entire website of Montessori-based books & resources for parents and children! Here you will find books Cosmic Education, Peace Advocacy, Parent Guidance, and much more.
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