Understanding Montessori, a guide for parents – Maren Schmidt

The book understanding Montessori, a guide for parents by Maren Schmidt offers practical support for parents in understanding how Montessori education works and uniquely meets each child’s learning needs. Covering the different stages of childhood growth and learning, this guide seeks to help parents see the power that Montessori education holds for their children at all ages.

Focusing on the principles of Montessori, this book offers the information parents need so they can make informed choices and decisions about their child and Montessori education. It includes definitions of Montessori terms, disproving of common Montessori myths and in depth questionnaires for finding and assessing a high quality Montessori school for your child. Ways to help ensure your child’s success are also included.

2009 edition, published by Dog Ear Publishing.

Contents:

1 soft cover book – 272 pages.

About Maren Schmidt

Maren Schmidt M. Ed is a Certified Montessori teacher with the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) with a Masters in Education and over 30 years experience of working with children.