Montessori and Early Childhood

Susan Feez is a Lecturer in the Faculty of Education at the University of New England, Armidale, Australia.

′This is an interesting and informative book for practitioners keen to extend their understanding of the Montessori approach...It will be a very valuable source of information for early childhood studies students studying contemporary approaches to early years practice. The book is accessible and easy to read and will also provide parents with a valuable insight into the origins and current practice of Montessori education′ - Early Years Update ′An engaging, clear and informative account of the influence and current relevance of Maria Montessori′s contribution to educating young children. Thought provoking, practical and very readable - of value to professionals and parents alike′ - Lynne Lawrence, Executive Director, Association Montessori Internationale

• IntroductionThe Montessori StoryThe child worker and the adult observerAn environment of movement and orderThe exercises of practical lifeThe exercises of the sensesMontessori LanguageMontessori mathematics Prepared paths to cultureMontessori in context