Maria Montessori Opens Her First School

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Maria Montessori was a special teacher from Italy. A long time ago, she became the first woman doctor in her country. She worked with children and learned how they grow. She believed children could teach themselves. Before her school, many schools were strict. Children had to sit still and listen. Maria wanted to change that. She started a new school in Rome. She called it the Children's House. This school was very different from other schools.

In the Children's House, children used special materials to learn. They learned numbers, letters, and how to take care of things. They could choose their own activities. They worked alone or with friends. The room had small chairs and tables. Children could move around freely. Maria watched the children. She saw that they could learn by themselves when they were free. She did not give tests. She let them explore and discover.

Many teachers came to see her school. Her ideas went to many countries. Now, there are Montessori schools all over the world. Her method helps children love learning. It helps them become independent and confident. The Children's House began a big change in education. It showed that children are natural learners. Today, many teachers use her ideas. They respect children and follow their interests.