Sensitive Periods and the role of the Montessori method for children from 0 to 6 years. Sensitive Periods and the role of the Montessori method for children from 0 to 6 years. The Sensitive Periods, a phenomenon occurring in young children worldwide have been studied by Montessori educators for over 100 years. Each sensitive period, first identified by Dr. Maria Montessori, is a particular kind of inner compulsion. These compulsions encourage young children in the community to explore objects and relationships. These are used for children to expose their full potential. Nevertheless, the Montessori experience suggests that if we provide children with three conditions, they can achieve more development in their unique capabilities. The three conditions are: Firstly, we, adults, need to understand children's development and their sensitive periods. Secondly, a qualified and fully equipped classroom that can satisfy children during their sensitive periods. Thirdly is a well-tr...
"Free the child's potential, and you will transform him into the world." - Maria Montessori