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Montessori and Autism: Why and How Montessori Is Ideal for Autistics

Amorette French

Description

Does Montessori work for autistic children? Absolutely! Not only is Montessori appropriate for neurodivergent children it’s beneficial and can even play a crucial role in understanding triggers, preventing meltdowns, and laying foundations for understanding.

In what way do Montessori Method’s principles apply to autistics? How does the Montessori philosophy support an Autistic family? Do the traditional materials actually benefit an Autistic child and even help discover triggers and glimmer? What is the significance of the prepared environment? We will cover the answers to these questions and more, as well as what you can begin implementing today.

Featuring

Amorette (Amo) French is an educator, therapist, speaker, and mother. As an Autistic and ADHDer she helps families and neurodivergent children to better understand the way we think so that we may celebrate our differences and focus on strengths. She finds time to write in between raising her 2nd generation homeschooled Montessori twin girls and son while offering consulting and coaching services to schools, families, businesses, and providers. A believer of guidance versus training, you can find her practicing and sharing real-life, tips, skills, techniques, and information from her 14+ years of experience on Instagram. Her latest children’s book, “The Puppy in My Head,” will be in bookstores 2025.

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