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Grace and Courtesy lessons are the foundation of Peace Education in the Montessori environment. Relying on demonstrations and role playing to teach Grace and Courtesy can leave some children behind. Using puppets to enhance the experience for children can transform the early childhood classroom by increasing individual engagement and practice.
Ledendecker was administrator/teacher at Little River Montessori School near Knoxville, Tennessee, USA for 34 years. During that time she was also director of Montessori Educators International, Inc., and trained teachers at the early childhood and elementary levels. She currently teaches graduate level courses in Montessori philosophy for William Howard Taft University.