Visiting a Montessori classroom
Observing in a Montessori classroom offers an insight into the rhythm and climate of the prepared environment, but it sometimes needs a little translation. Because so much of the peacefulness and productivity of the Montessori classrooms is tied to the preparation of those classrooms (including the preparation of the adults within them,) observing them "in real time" means preparing yourself for the experience. First, expect that there will be rules for how to observe. If you