Nurturing the Respectful Community through Practical Life.

Bettmann, Joen

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ERIC Number: EJ602141

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2000

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Nurturing the Respectful Community through Practical Life.

Bettmann, Joen

NAMTA Journal, v25 nl p101-16 Win 2000

Discusses the importance of Montessori's Practical Life exercises for building character and self-esteem, more concern for others, better understanding for academic learning, and a self-nurturing, respectful classroom community. Considers aspects of movement and silence exercises for developing the child's contemplative and reflective nature that brings peacefulness and a state of grace. (JPB)

Descriptors: Child Development, Class Activities, Cognitive Development, Early Childhood Education, Educational Practices, Educational Theories, Emotional Development, Montessori Method, Self Esteem

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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Note: Theme Issue Topic: "The 'Casa dei Bambini': Primary Perspectives through Time and Space."