Episodes

  • Ep. 35 Freedom and Discipline CDv2, Ch 5

    Ep. 35 Freedom and Discipline CDv2, Ch 5
    Feb 22 2023
    In this episode, Montessori discusses the relationship between freedom and discipline, the levels of obedience, and the true meaning of respect.
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    14 mins
  • Ep 34 Work and Play 1946 LL L.21

    Ep 34 Work and Play 1946 LL L.21
    Jan 23 2023
    In lecture 21 Work and Play from the 1946 London Lecture, Montessori discusses how children’s “play” is active and given natural conditions, follows the activity of adults. Concentration requires the work on the hands, and purposeful, concentrated activity creates the unity of the personality.
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    18 mins
  • Ep 33 “The Transition from the Mechanical to the Intellectual Development of Language” Ch 1. The Advanced Montessori Method

    Ep 33 “The Transition from the Mechanical to the Intellectual Development of Language” Ch 1. The Advanced Montessori Method
    Jan 3 2023
    In this chapter, Montessori describes why learning grammar is suited to the 5 1/2 to 7 1/2 or 8-year-old child.
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    18 mins
  • Ep 32 The Method Ch. 20 The Secret of Childhood

    Ep 32 The Method Ch. 20 The Secret of Childhood
    Dec 12 2022
    In this chapter, Montessori describes what the “conversion” of the children of Messina taught her about the importance of a beautiful environment, a humble teacher, and free work with the materials in children’s development.
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    14 mins
  • Ep 31 Pt 2 ‘On Discipline- Reflections and Advice

    Ep 31 Pt 2 ‘On Discipline- Reflections and Advice
    Sep 18 2022
    Pt 2, Montessori describes what the final outcome of normalizing activity and development of the will.
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    11 mins
  • Ep 30 “On Discipline – Reflections and Advice”

    Ep 30 “On Discipline – Reflections and Advice”
    Sep 18 2022
    In this article, from The Call of Education V1, no. 3 & 4, 1924, Dr. Montessori describes some of the frustrations teachers face early in the year and how to redirect the child to purposeful engagement. Pt 2 (Ep 31) is the second and final part of this article. It’s perfect for this time of … Continue reading Ep 30 “On Discipline – Reflections and Advice”
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    21 mins
  • Ep 29 CD v2, Ch4, Development through Activity

    Ep 29 CD v2, Ch4, Development through Activity
    Sep 6 2022
    Montessori describes the teacher’s role in deciding when to intervene and when to observe if a child is making a mistake, interrupting another, or using the lesson in a way not intended. Very helpful this time of year!
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    16 mins
  • Ep 28 The Age of Miracles, Ch 17 “Correction of Anomalies”

    Ep 28 The Age of Miracles, Ch 17 “Correction of Anomalies”
    Aug 31 2022
    In this chapter Montessori reminds us that *we* cannot make the child different by making laws, not by punishment, nor prize, nor preaching. It is only through connecting the child to activity in their environment- not merely occupation but through interest does the child begin to change.
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    17 mins