Language: English

Published: New Delhi: Association of Delhi Montessorians, 1971

Abstract/Notes: Correspondence, memoranda, speeches, lectures, writings, notes, case files, minutes, agenda, biographical material, printed matter, and other papers documenting Knoepfmacher's work as a child therapist and her writings on the treatment of children. Documents her professional associations and work as a training supervisor with the Jewish Board of Guardians in New York, N.Y. Includes writings pertaining to a Montessori school she directed in Vienna, 1927-1937, and files from the Paul Federn Study Group.

Language: English, German

Extent: 2.4 linear feet

Archive: Library of Congress (Washington, D.C.)

Language: English

Published: Rochester, New York: AMI/USA, 2011

Series: Parenting for a New World: A Collection of Essays

Abstract/Notes: Presents a plan for developing an effective Montessori primary class for young children. Considers the appropriate number of children, children's ages, class entry, class duration, teaching staff, classroom and school design, transition to the lower elementary class, interaction between students of different ages, lunch service, and recess.

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Abstract/Notes: Describes a combination day care/Montessori school in London during World War II to illustrate how Montessori principles of order, care, and respect can exist through the environment and throughout the day. Suggests a family-like situation for non- classroom time, discussing meals as social occasions, the importance of grooming, playtime, the use of non-Montessori materials, and parents' role. (KB)

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Abstract/Notes: This set of proceedings from the Association Montessori International (AMI/USA) 1996 conference contains the conference schedule and 20 presentations. The conference presentations are: (1) "The Dawning of Wisdom" (Montessori); (2) "The Support of Montessori Education to Human Potential" (Montanaro); (3) "Healthy Environment: Healthy Children: Healthy Culture" (Orion); (4) "Cosmic Education vs. the Public School Curriculum--Are the Two at Variance?" (Stephenson); (5) "The Atrium: Silence, Simplicity, Movement, Symbol and Joy" (Kaiel); (6) "Family Star--A Montessori Grassroots Early Headstart Initiative" (Urioste); (7) "Beyond the Basic Needs: Nurturing the Full Potential of the Upper Elementary Child" (Denton); (8) "Building the Elementary Program and Transitional Program Strategies" (Davidson); (9) "Practical Applications of Montessori in the Home" (Helfrich); (10) "An Approach to the Resolution of Conflicts in a Positive Way" (Dubovoy); (11) "Talking with Parents: Conferences and Communications" (Caudill); (12) "Dr. Maria Montessori--A Contemporary Educator?" (Stephenson); (13) "The Relevance of the 'Erdkinder' Vision" (Davis); (14) "Maria Montessori Envisioned Physics as Part of the Environment" (Gebhardt-Seele); (15) "Montessori Research: Recent Trends" (Boehnlein); (16) "Children at Risk" (Richardson); (17) "The Child in the Family" (Fernando); (18) "Working with Your Assistant" (Helfrich); (19) "Montessori in the 21st Century" (Lillard); and (20) "Classroom Management--The Path to Normalization" (Pritzker).

Language: English

Published: New York: American Montessori Internationale of the United States (AMI/USA), 1997

Abstract/Notes: Maintains that Montessori education of adolescents (Erdkinder) should prepare them to exercise a self-disciplined will and judgment. Notes the importance of preparing children through Cosmic Education and through community service. Maintains that the logical focus of study for the third plane is the cosmic plan and the adolescent's place in it. (KB)

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Abstract/Notes: Paper presented at the 18th International Montessori Congress, Munich, Germany 1977.

Language: English

ISSN: 0519-0959

Abstract/Notes: Discusses the basic discoveries of Montessori's Casa dei Bambini. Considers principles of Montessori's organizing theory: the absorbent mind, the unfolding nature of life, the spiritual embryo, self-construction, acquisition of culture, creativity of life, repetition of exercise, freedom within limits, children's discovery of knowledge, the secret of childhood, the mystery of human potential, and the importance of observation and evaluation. (JPB)

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Abstract/Notes: Summarizes the four planes of development and the role of Montessori education in each plane. Notes that there has been no full implementation of Montessori's ideas for adolescents. Maintains that adolescents will benefit from a Montessori adolescent program only if they have participated in previous Montessori programs. Describes how psychological characteristics of adolescents should be considered in the Erdkinder. (KB)

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734