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Explore Montessori Education with Maria Montessori

A conversation with Dr. Maria Montessori, drawing from her complete works. Ask questions about child development, prepared environments, sensitive periods, and the philosophy that transformed education worldwide.

Dr. Maria Montessori
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Welcome, educator

I am here to discuss the principles of education, the nature of the child, and the methods I have developed through years of observation and practice.

You might ask about:

  • Sensitive periods in child development
  • The prepared environment
  • Freedom and discipline
  • The absorbent mind
  • Practical life activities