The Essential Montessori: An Introduction to the Woman, the Writings, the Method, and the Movement

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Elizabeth G. Hainstock

The Essential Montessori

An Introduction to the Woman, the Writings, the Method, and the Movement

Elizabeth G. Hainstock

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Penguin Putnam Inc
01 April 1997

Organisation & management of education; Primary & middle schools

Since the remarkable success of Maria Montessori's first school ninety years ago, her theories have had a revolutionary influence on educational practices around the world-not only in avowed Montessori schools but also in learning programs of every type.

In the United States alone there are thousands of schools dedicated ot the Montessori method, and there are many others that have incorporated much from her teachings.

This newly revised and updated edition of The Essential Montessori will be welcomed by long-term practitioners and newcomers to the method alike.

Concise and readable, the book has been relied upon for almost two decades as the definitive guide to the writings of Maria Montessori and to the teaching and application of her ideas in today's educational arena, as well as being an indispensable sourcebook for teacher training programs, advice on choosing schools, materials needed for the classroom, and much more.

The Public School Montessorian says of the author- ""Her books on Montessori education almost certainly establish her as the most widely read interpreter of Montessori in the United States....

Her writing is clear and accessible, unfettered by jargon.""

For those interested in the best education for their children, this volume fully lives up to its title.

It has earned its place as the essential work on the subject.

By: Elizabeth G. Hainstock
Imprint: Penguin Putnam Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 202mm, Width: 133mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 147g
ISBN: 9780452277960
ISBN 10: 0452277965
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 01 April 1997
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Foreword Preface Introduction 1. Maria Montessori: The Woman and the Method 2. Introduction of the Method into the United States 1912 1958 3. Criticisms of the Method Answers to Some Common Criticisms 4. Adaptability of the Method Special Education Culturally Disadvantaged Behavior Modification Public Schools In the Home Federally Funded Programs 5. The Relevance of Montessori Today and in the Future 6. Montessori's Views of Her Work The First Children's House Sources of Inspiration The Adult and the Child The Discovery of the Child: The Absorbent Mind; Normalization; Observations of the Child; The Child and Work The Sensitive Periods Independence Obedience Liberty, Freedom, and Order Movement and Activity The Method The Prepared Environment: The Children's House; The Teacher; The Materials and the Lessons Practical Applications of the Theory: Sensory Education; Language; Writing and Reading; Arithmetic; Imagination and Fantasy; Art and Music; Physical Education and Nature On Education and Schools 7. Appendixes A. Familiar Montessori Terms B. Classroom Materials C. A Comparison of Montessori and Traditional Pre-School Education D. Choosing a Montessori School for Your Child E. The Evolution of the Montessori Community F. Montessori Informational Sources: Organizations; Other Sources; Materials G. Montessori Teacher Education Programs H. Research and the Six-Year Study I. Selected Bibliography J. Some Highlights in the Life of Maria Montessori

Certified as a Montessori teacher by St. Nicholas Training Centre in London, and active on behalf of the method since 1960,Elizabeth G. Hainstockbecame a Montessori consultant for the Department of Health, Education and Welfare in 1971. She currently sits on the board of the International Montessori Society and makes her home in San Juan Bautista, California.

Reviews for The Essential Montessori: An Introduction to the Woman, the Writings, the Method, and the Movement

""[Hainstock’s] books on Montessori education almost certainly establish her as the most widely read interpreter of Montessori in the United States.… Her writing is clear and accessible, unfettered by jargon.""—The Public School Montessorian Praise for Teaching Montessori in the Home: Pre-School Years “Provides enlightenment on the whole Montessori method.”—Denver Post “Highly recommended.”—Library Journal