What is Montessori?

What is Montessori? Montessori Education is based on the observations and insights of Dr. Maria Montessori who in the late 1800's became a doctor of medicine while attending the University of Rome. In her early years as a physician, Maria Montessori researched and practiced as a neurologist but soon her keen interest in the child's brain; how it works and what makes it tick; led her to abandon her medical practice. As a renowned educator Dr. Montessori went on to dedicate her life to the study… More information...