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Saturday, February 21 • 3:00pm - 4:15pm
From Childhood to Adolescence: A Major Transition in Life

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Adolescence is a relatively new idea in human history.

Montessori recognized the importance of this time - not a child any longer, not quite an adult.
Contemporary neuro research gives us greater insight into what adolescence is about. This enriches booth our sense of what adolescents need and what children need before this transition.The prepared environment that Maria Montessori described for children (ages 6 - 12) is very different from her ideal environment for adolescents (ages 12 - 18). What are the distinct characteristics of each age group and how do we know when the change in environment is needed?
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Linda Davis

Linda Davis: A longtime Montessorian serving as the newest staff member of the Seton Montessori School and Institute, Linda is also an advisor and lecturer at the AMI/NAMTA Orientation to Adolescent Studies. Linda is dedicated to the vision and the practical implementation of Montessori... Read More →

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Saturday February 21, 2015 3:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Theater NNMS: 1434 West Division, Chicago, Illinois 60642
  Breakout Session, All