Unfortunately, today, Montessori is often perceived as expensive and inaccessible for many people. However, Dr. Maria Montessori began her work among some of the most vulnerable children of her time. Montessori can and should be for everyone. Kayla shares why bringing equity to Montessori is necessary for all and how we can each do our part to make a difference and foster equity within the global Montessori community.
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If you love Montessori but feel uneasy that it so often means an expensive private school, this talk by Kayla Tychsen speaks to parents and teachers alike. It goes back to Maria Montessori's own life, from doctor to peace advocate, and to peace education at home and in class. Lessons from starting schools in refugee camps in Jordan and Lebanon lead into what it takes to partner with a community. The last part looks at low-cost Montessori, playgroups and small ways anyone can help.
Chapters
- 0:00 Is Montessori only for the rich? Why it matters for peace
- 4:53 Why Montessori is out of reach for the kids who need it most
- 8:22 Maria Montessori's life, from doctor to peace advocate
- 13:21 Peace education on three levels and how to bring it home
- 16:08 Why every child needs access, and what we can each do
- 22:38 Partnering with a community instead of trying to fix it
- 25:49 The four principles of community work and staying humble
- 30:36 Starting schools in refugee camps in Jordan and Lebanon
- 36:19 Low-cost Montessori, playgroups and simple ways to help
