“He does not climb on chairs in order to sit on them, but just for the sake of climbing.” Maria Montessori The 1946 London Lectures, p. 114 Meandering through a day-to-day existence of “to do lists” and “purpose-driven activity” how much time can we set aside for “doing” for the sake of “doing” or “being” …
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“The purpose of life is to obey the hidden command which ensures harmony among all and creates an ever better world.” ― Maria Montessori, The Absorbent Mind “I’ve had enough!” “I can’t take this anymore.” “Something has got to change, or I’m outta here!” Ever felt this way? Said those words? C’mon admit it! Haven’t we all…. …
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There is not just a need for happier schools, schools where the children are free to do as they like or schools where they use certain materials: education today needs reform. If education is to prepare man for the present, and the immediate future, he will need a new orientation towards the environment. Maria Montessori, …
“An education capable of saving humanity is no small undertaking; it involves the spiritual development of man, the enhancement of his value as an individual, and the preparation of young people to understand the times in which they live.” Dr. Maria Montessori | Education and Peace Maria Montessori didn’t leave secondary guides a lot to …
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