Reading "The Montessori Method" Together — Chapter by Chapter

A new podcast series for parents and Montessori guides

Dr. Maria Montessori’s The Montessori Method is one of the most cited books in education. Over time, abridged editions, summaries, and second-hand interpretations have shaped how many of us think we know her work.

This new podcast series invites you to slow down and return to the source.

Why Tune In

Reading The Montessori Method Together — Chapter by Chapter is exactly what it sounds like: a guided, thoughtful walk through Dr. Montessori’s original text.

In each episode, we:

• Read the original, unabridged text

• Offer annotations and modern context

• Highlight what Dr. Montessori was actually responding to in her time

• Distinguish between her direct observations and later interpretations

This is not a paraphrase or a highlight reel. It’s an opportunity to hear Dr. Montessori’s voice as she intended—careful, scientific, philosophical, and often surprisingly bold.

If you’ve ever thought, “I should really read the whole book,” this series is for you.

Who Should Listen

This series was created especially for:

• Parents who want to deeply understand why Montessori works—not just what it looks like

• Montessori guides and assistants seeking to reconnect with the foundations of the method

• School leaders and educators interested in pedagogy, child development, and educational history

Whether you are new to Montessori or decades into the work, reading the original text has a way of sharpening—and sometimes challenging—our assumptions.

What Makes This Series Different

• Chapter-by-chapter structure (no skipping ahead)

• Historical and cultural context woven in naturally

• Clear distinctions between Montessori’s words and modern practice

• Reflections meant to support both home and classroom application

Think of it as a shared reading group—with guidance, commentary, and space to think.

Where to Listen

You can follow the series wherever you prefer to listen or watch:

• YouTube (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8WKB8pPI_an7MmvyaGJ_iz9VIMmM-hUX&si=gMQ_yBGtUhxNpR74)

• Podcast Platforms: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Fio

• Or directly on our website (https://www.waterfrontacademy.org/podcast)

  
  

Each episode corresponds to a single chapter, making it easy to listen at your own pace—or to read along with your own copy of the book.

An Invitation to Read Together

Montessori believed deeply in careful observation, humility before the child, and respect for truth over trend. This series is an invitation to return to those roots—slowly, thoughtfully, and together.

Subscribe, tune in, and let’s read The Montessori Method the way it was meant to be read.