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“Montessori called the child under six years old "a sensorial explorer" and based her educational approach for the child's early years upon the child's learning through the senses.” quote by Paula Polk Lillard
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““Montessori called the child under six years old "a sensorial explorer" and based her educational approach for the child's early years upon the child's learning through the senses.””

Paula Polk Lillard

About This Quote

Source Book: Montessori: The Science Behind the Genius by Angeline Stoll Lillard, 2005

Children learn best by engaging their senses, exploring the world through touch, sight, sound, taste, and smell.

In simple terms: Kids learn through senses.

Key Takeaway

Encourage sensory play.

Themes

education development learning early childhood sensory exploration

Mood

curious inspired thoughtful

Type

pedagogical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • preschool classrooms
  • home education
  • therapy for sensory processing
  • museum visits
  • nature walks

Key Concepts

Montessori method experiential learning neuroscience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can sensory activities be balanced with abstract thinking?
  • What sensory experiences best support language acquisition?
A Different Perspective

May overlook cognitive development beyond sensory input.

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