Montessori Bookclub Podcast

Jana Morgan Herman
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A podcast where we read selected passages from Montessori's texts on selected topics (including mistakes, practical life, observation, outdoor learning, a society by cohesion, and so much more!) then discuss them. Perfect for your ride to work, a short walk at lunch, or while you're preparing your environment.

  1. 02/26/2025

    Ep 37 Ch 17 The Mathematical Mind

    This episode is a reading from a subsection of Ch 17 in The Absorbent Mind. It is from the 1949 Kalakshetra edition, and it looks a little different than some newer editions of this text. In this section, Dr. Montessori discusses the mathematical mind and its importance for children.

  2. 02/26/2025

    Ep. 36 Introduction to Mathematics

    In this episode, I read from the Introduction to Mathematics from the 1946 India Lectures, Course No. 7. This is a transcription I made of the handwritten manuals of Lakshmi Kripalani’s training manuals housed at the AMS Archives. My transcription of Practical Life: Book One is out and available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DRSWJ3QK. The Math Manual … Continue reading Ep. 36 Introduction to Mathematics

  3. 02/22/2023

    Ep. 35 Freedom and Discipline CDv2, Ch 5

    In this episode, Montessori discusses the relationship between freedom and discipline, the levels of obedience, and the true meaning of respect.

  4. 01/23/2023

    Ep 34 Work and Play 1946 LL L.21

    In lecture 21 Work and Play from the 1946 London Lecture, Montessori discusses how children’s “play” is active and given natural conditions, follows the activity of adults. Concentration requires the work on the hands, and purposeful, concentrated activity creates the unity of the personality.

  5. 01/03/2023

    Ep 33 “The Transition from the Mechanical to the Intellectual Development of Language” Ch 1. The Advanced Montessori Method

    In this chapter, Montessori describes why learning grammar is suited to the 5 1/2 to 7 1/2 or 8-year-old child.

  6. 12/12/2022

    Ep 32 The Method Ch. 20 The Secret of Childhood

    In this chapter, Montessori describes what the “conversion” of the children of Messina taught her about the importance of a beautiful environment, a humble teacher, and free work with the materials in children’s development.

  7. 09/18/2022

    Ep 31 Pt 2 ‘On Discipline- Reflections and Advice

    Pt 2, Montessori describes what the final outcome of normalizing activity and development of the will.

  8. 09/18/2022

    Ep 30 “On Discipline – Reflections and Advice”

    In this article, from The Call of Education V1, no. 3 & 4, 1924, Dr. Montessori describes some of the frustrations teachers face early in the year and how to redirect the child to purposeful engagement. Pt 2 (Ep 31) is the second and final part of this article. It’s perfect for this time of … Continue reading Ep 30 “On Discipline – Reflections and Advice”

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A podcast where we read selected passages from Montessori's texts on selected topics (including mistakes, practical life, observation, outdoor learning, a society by cohesion, and so much more!) then discuss them. Perfect for your ride to work, a short walk at lunch, or while you're preparing your environment.

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  • Creator
    Jana Morgan Herman
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    38
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    © Jana Morgan Herman
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    Montessori Bookclub Podcast