Dr. Montessori’s Own Handbook (1914)

Dr. Montessori’s Own Handbook is a seminal work by Maria Montessori, the founder of the Montessori method of education. Originally published in 1914, this book provides a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of the Montessori approach, which emphasizes child-centered learning and self-directed exploration.In the book, Montessori outlines her philosophy of education, which is based on the belief that children have an innate desire to learn and explore the world around them. She describes the importance of creating a prepared environment that is conducive to learning, with materials and activities that are designed to engage and stimulate children’s natural curiosity.Montessori also emphasizes the role of the teacher in facilitating learning, rather than simply imparting knowledge. She advocates for a hands-on, experiential approach to education, in which children are encouraged to explore and discover for themselves.Throughout the book, Montessori provides practical advice and guidance for implementing the Montessori method in a variety of settings, from preschools and kindergartens to elementary schools and beyond. She discusses the use of materials such as the Montessori sandpaper letters and the bead chains, as well as the importance of observation and assessment in guiding children’s learning.Overall, Dr. Montessori’s Own Handbook remains a classic and influential work in the field of education, offering a powerful vision of how children can be empowered to learn and grow through self-directed exploration and discovery.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.