ERIC Number: EJ1382089
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 8
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Do Didactic Materials Belong in the Infant & Toddler Classroom?
Shelton-Dodge, David
Montessori Life: A Publication of the American Montessori Society, v35 n1 p25-33 Spr 2023
Like many Montessori educators, the author was immediately drawn to the materials Maria Montessori designed for children in the conscious absorbent mind. They are simple, beautiful, and attractive to children. To many, including some parents, these materials are the essence of Montessori. However, Maria Montessori herself thought of her Method as going far beyond her didactic materials. This article presents how Montessori educators can meet the needs of infants and toddlers through experiences in nature and practical life activities.
Descriptors: Montessori Schools, Montessori Method, Infants, Toddlers, Instructional Materials, Daily Living Skills, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Developmental Stages
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Language: English
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