Books By Dr. Maria Montessori
The Absorbent Mind
An analysis of the physical and psychological aspects of a child’s growth during the most significant period of life.
Advanced Montessori Method Volume 1
Maria Montessori presents her educational philosophy and methods as they relate to children from ages seven to eleven
Advanced Montessori Method Volume 2
This book introduces the reader to the materials and techniques Dr. Montessori devised for teaching older children.
Dr. Montessori’s Own Handbook
Dr. Montessori’s notes as to the use and intent of Montessori curriculum tools.
The Child In The Family
Dr. Montessori discusses some of her basic principles of education and shows why it is important for adults to ‘follow attentively all the spiritual expressions of a child.
The Child, Society And The World
Speeches and lectures by Maria Montessori regarding the teachings of peace, environmental awareness and universal responsibility
The Discovery Of The Child
Maria Montessori describes the nature of the child and her method
Education For A New World
The psychic life in the newborn has already aroused great interest. The conclusion of research is that the first two years of life are the most important
Education And Peace
A collection of speeches revealing her conviction for peace to be obtained by means of education.
The Formation Of Man
Dr. Montessori shows how the educational system is prejudiced against the child.
From Childhood To Adolescence
Essays on the educational concerns of the child from age seven, the adoles-cent and even the mature university student. She considers each level and seeks the optimum method of facilitating growth.
The Montessori Method
Theory and practice of the “Casa Dei Bambini.”
The Secret Of Childhood
A series of essays on the nature of the child and early learning.
To Educate The Human Potential
This book is intended to help teachers meet the child’s needs after the age of six.
What You Should Know About Your Child
Dr. Montessori examines the physical and mental development of the child in its early years
The California Lectures Of Maria Montessori – 1915
This edition includes many unpublished lectures and articles by Maria Montessori during her 1915 attendance at the Panama Pacific Exposition in San Francisco
Basic Ideas Of Montessori’s Educational Theory
Excerpts from her writings and teachings provides a lively analysis of Maria Montessori’s educational beliefs and methodology.
Books for Parents
Understanding The Human Being
Silvana Montanaro, MD. The importance of education in the first three years of life to reach a high level of emotional, intellectual and moral integration
Montessori And Your Child A Primer For Parents
Terry Malloy. A handbook for parents of young children, three to six years of age, to help them understand and assist in the growth of their child.
At Home With Montessori
Patricia Oriti Edited by David Kahn. An illustrated approach of how adults and children can live together harmoniously while maintaining different goals for development.
TheEssential Montessori
Elizabeth G. Hainstock. An introductory source for the newcomer to Montessori. Includes a directory of information sources
Look At The Child
Aline D. Wolf. Excerpts from Maria Montessori’s writings with photographs of young children in everyday situations.
Maria Montessori Farmschool Erdkinder
Ursula Thrush. The story of the Maria Montessori Farmschool, an Erdkinder experiment, to educate youth between the ages of 12-18.
The Montessori Controversy
John Chattin-McNichols. Examines Montessori in the context of current theory and practice in child development and early childhood education
Montessori Play And Learn
Lisle Britton. Introduction by Joy Turner. Activities, ideas and games that can supplement preschool learning for the child.
Nurturing The Spirit
Aline D. Wolf. Illustrated by Joe Servello. This book was written for Montessori teachers. Many readers believe that it can be useful for parents or teachers who want to include the spiritual dimension in their care of young children.
Nurturing The Spirit
Same text as above – in Spanish.
Our Peaceful Classroom
Aline D. Wolf. This book is compiled of 64 drawings by Montessori children world-wide.
The Religious Potential Of The Child
Sophia Cavelletti. Describes an experience of adults and children dwelling together in the mystery of God.
A Parent’s Guide To The Montessori Classroom
Aline D. Wolf. Describes the Montessori program for children between the ages of three and six.
A Parent’s Guide To The Montessori Classroom
Same text as above – in Spanish.
Teaching Montessori In The Home: The Pre-School Years
Elizabeth G. Hainstock. A guide for parents to introduce the Montessori Method at home.
Teaching Montessori In The Home: The School Years
Elizabeth G. Hainstock. A guide to building your child’s self confidence and their work with math and language.
The Child Is Father Of The Man
Silvana Q. Montanaro. Large full-color photos emphasize the importance of the first 3 years. A book for parents, with short text and quotes from Maria Montessori, in English and Italian.
The Normalized Child
Kathleen H. Futrell. Reprinted by NAMTA. A talk given to parents of children at The Aquinas Montessori School (Virginia) in 1966. This booklet has enjoyed widespread use by many Montessori schools and organizations. Nicely illustrated with full-color photographs of children at work.
What Is Montessori Preschool?
David Kahn. The Montessori Method as applied to the preschool classroom.
What Is Montessori Elementary?
David Kahn. The Montessori Method as applied to the elementary classroom.
The World Of The Child
Aline D. Wolf. Illustrated by Anna Maria Magagna. The father, frustrated with parenting, is taken to the world of the child where he re-experiences the frustrations of a toddler.
The Hidden Hinge
Rosa Packard. Examines the nature of children and the role of adults in encouraging their learning.
A Montessori Album
Margot R. Waltuch. Margot Waltuch is one of the few people who knew and worked with Maria Montessori. Her album provides personal insights and presents the Montessori method in the context of international history.
Montessori A Modern Approach
Paula Polk Lillard. A historical, philosophical and practical guide to the Montessori curriculum.
Basic Montessori… Learning Activities for Under-Fives.
David Gettman. A modern explanation of Montessori’s ideas regarding early intellectual development. Provides a step-by-step guide to Montessori learning activities commonly used with under-fives. Introduction to reading, writing, counting, decimal concepts, science, geography, and activities that help develop the child’s practical and sensorial skills.
Montessori Today
Paula Polk Lillard. Montessori theory and practice, with special emphasis on the child’s elementary school years. For parents, teachers, and all those who are concerned about education today.
Montessori Read & Write
Lynne Lawrence. Brings the benefits of the Montessori system within the reach of all parents. Packed with ideas, activities and exercises that make learning easy.
Montessori In The Classroom
Paula Polk Lillard A fascinating day-by-day record of a year in the life of a Montessori classroom. A glimpse of the Montessori method in action.
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