Frequently asked questions

Montessori philosophy

Child Development

Frequently asked questions

Montessori philosophy

Q: Are there any good books available that discuss Montessori principles and philosophy?
A: The following books were all written by Dr. Maria Montessori and published by Schoken Press:
• Discovery of the Child
• The Secret of Childhood
• The Absorbent Mind
• Education for a New World
• Education for Human Development
• Education and Peace
• The Formation of Man

Child Development

Q: What good books are available related to child development?
A: The following are all excellent books about child development:
• Children: The Challenge, by Rudolph Dreikers
• Miseducation: Preschoolers at Risk, by David Elkind
• Your One Year Old (Two Year Old, etc.), by Ames and Ilg.