Montessori, a Modern ApproachThis book is not just a popular introduction in Montessori education. It is also that, of course: a well-chosen and coordinated presentation of its basic principles and techniques, preceded by a historical survey of its vicissitudes in the States and a preface giving a flash of a classroom at work, and ending with some considerations of its present-day value plus a perspective of ongoing research. As such, it offers to any educated person wishing to know what's what a condensed, all-around view of the whole field, based on reliable, well-documented information. But its particular merit is its use for those working in the field of education and related sciences. No serious person thus engaged will deny the influence of Maria Montessori's ideas on modern thinking about the child and human development in general. The message of this woman must indeed have been forceful and profound to have had this kind of impact without losing its freshness up to the present day. Mrs. Lillard has succeeded in bringing it over loud and clear for all who care to hear. She has not given in to the temptation of many authors writing on Montessori education -- to give their own interpretation of it or to present its fundamental features together with ready-made criticisms. She lets, as it were, Maria Montessori speak for herself. The readers can draw their own conclusions. Consequently, this book can be recommended as an introduction of Montessori's ideas to all professionals dealing with the human being. Parents and other educators should read it as a matter of course. It's the best in its class. |
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THE MONTESSORI PHILOSOPHY | 29 |
THE MONTESSORI METHOD | 50 |
MONTESSORI AND PARENTS | 104 |
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