The Montessori method is more than a set of materials, it is a way of life. In her time, Maria Montessori brought a new curiousity and scientific approach to the study of children. She insisted that her method depended on observation.
Susan Tracy McDaniel invites you to get curious and make a daily study of the children in your environment, whether school or home.
In particular, we can apply observation techniques to solve problems, and even better, prevent future problems. We can get curious and think scientifically. No matter your role, you can invite the adults in your community to coordinate their efforts, which not only eases difficulties, also builds cooperation and a sense of community in service to the child.
Our ultimate obligation is to serve children to the best of our ability.