Awakening Wonder: The Educator’s Call to Inspire

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For each session, we’ll share a Montessori article for you to read ahead of time. Then, we’ll come together with questions in hand for lively, thought-provoking conversation. No lectures—just real dialogue where every voice matters. Come ready to engage, reflect, and share your thoughts.

Join us on March 4 as we explore Chapter 4, “The Universe Presented to the Child's Imagination,” from Dr. Montessori’s To Educate the Human Potential.

In Chapter Four of To Educate the Human Potential, Maria Montessori invites us to consider one of the most profound roles of the educator: to awaken the imagination of the child by introducing them to the vast and interconnected story of the universe. Montessori asserts that education is not merely the transmission of facts, but the lighting of a spark—an inspiration that helps the child feel part of something far greater than themselves.

This chapter challenges us to reflect on how the great cosmic story—the evolution of stars, the formation of Earth, the development of life, and the rise of human culture—can be introduced to children not as abstract science, but as a meaningful narrative that fuels curiosity, moral development, and a deep sense of purpose.

Montessori believed that when children are given a vision of the whole, they find their place within it. The story of the universe becomes a guiding framework, inviting questions, investigations, and awe.

Dr. Montessori invites us to consider:

• How do we present the universe in a way that honors the child’s imagination and hunger for meaning?
• What is the educator’s responsibility in connecting the child’s inner world to the vastness of the outer world?
• In what ways can the story of the universe awaken a sense of gratitude, stewardship, and humility in the child?

Through this seminar, we’ll reflect on how Montessori’s cosmic education approach fosters both intellectual curiosity and emotional connection—laying the foundation for lifelong learning and a deeper respect for the interconnectedness of all things.

Please note: To foster a sense of community and protect participants' privacy, this session will not be recorded or available for later viewing. Certificates of attendance will not be provided.

Suitable for: This series is suitable for Montessori thinkers for all age levels. Come for the learning, stay for the inspiration! Let's turn curiosity and experiences into meaningful conversation. 🐝💡