Montessori Discipline: Developing Inner Discipline Through Freedom and Structure
Upon visiting a Montessori classroom the first time, one might wonder what magic spell has been cast upon these young children making them so calm and self-directed. Another person might look at that same class and be confused by the children’s independence, wondering where’s the discipline? These children just do as they please. Visitors commonly issue such comments as, “I’ve heard Montessori is too free and chaotic,” or “I’ve heard Montessori is too structured.” It does not seem possible...