The Montessori method of education is spreading rapidly throughout the world. Dr. Maria Montessori (1870-1952) claimed she did not invent amethod but instead learned to observe children and discover the true nature of human development and learning. Montessori left uswith not only a very effective method for educating children, but also a philosophy for life and peace in today's world. MONTESSORI IN A NUTSHELL offers parents, educators and philosophers an opportunity to get a taste of both the method and philosophy in this easy-to-read short book. Read it in a day or keep it as a convenient reference.