Paula Polk Lillard writes both as a trained educator and as a parent. A teacher of several years standing, her enthusiasm for the quality of education experienced by her own child in a Montessori school led her to become a leading voice in the Montessori movement.

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"Lillard's account is the best to date. She has a sensitive understanding about how and why Montessori methods can work so superbly."

Chicago Tribune

"Provides an intelligent guide to the famous philosophy and method, and answers many questions parents and teachers may have."

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