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Children of 
the Universe 	
3rd Edition,
Cosmic Education 
in the Montessori 
Elementary 
Classroom  
Lead children to 
a more peaceful 
future with this 
comprehensive guide. By Montessorians Michael and 
D'Neil Duffy, this book is used in many Montessori 
training programs. Each chapter outlines a Great 
Lesson, including stories of the Universe, Solar 
System, Earth, Life, Humans, and Civilizations. 
Concludes with a discussion of the implications for this 
curriculum. The appendix includes information about 
scope and sequence, classroom resources, a glossary, 
and references. Paperback, 246 pages. 
541800 $24.95 
Hatching The Cosmic Egg
A master Montessori storyteller and a gifted illustrator take 
readers on a breathtaking journey across the entire cosmos in 
this gorgeous picture book. Travel with them as they encounter 
the Universe, life on Earth, the arrival of humans, and the 
discovery of language and mathematics. Ultimately readers 
will realize where we all come from  and where we all belong. 
Includes a captivating five song CD by Andrew Kutt that is sure 
to delight you and your children. By Michael Dorer. Illustrated 
by Beth Wilson. Paperback, 58 pages. Ages 6+.
Book & CD EM116 $16.95
Positive Discipline in the 
Montessori Classroom
Preparing an Environment that Fosters 
Respect, Kindness & Responsibility
In 1981, Jane Nelsen wrote her first book, 
Positive Discipline. Since then she has 
authored many more on the same theme, 
from Positive Discipline for Toddlers to 
Positive Discipline for Adolescents. Many 
years ago Jane recognized the compatibility 
of Positive Discipline with the Montessori 
approach.
Co-authored with Montessorian Chip 
DeLorenzo, this title is pertinent for all levels 
of Montessori and is used in the workshops 
Jane and Chip give through the Positive 
Discipline training program.
With emphasis on creating and maintaining 
respectful relationships, Positive Discipline in 
the Montessori Classroom is sure to provide 
support and guidance for Montessori 
teachers at every age level. Teachers 
will relate to the situations the authors 
describe and feel empowered by the authors’ 
responses as they learn the techniques and 
skills they offer. A must-have for every teacher. 
Paperback, 328 pages. 
538700 $19.95
Montessori Strategies for Children with 
Learning Differences The MACAR Model
Joyce S. Pickering, Montessorian and Speech-Language 
Pathologist, interprets Maria Montessori’s language 
and developmental theories using a modern, clinical, 
neurodevelopmental perspective. She shares strategies about 
how teachers in Montessori environments can include children 
with speech-language delays, dyslexia, attention-deficit/
hyperactivity, and intellectual disabilities. Includes a special 
chapter on autism by K. Michelle Lane-Barmapov. Paperback, 
255 pages.  
R176 $34.95
Montessori 
Inclusion
Strategies and 
Stories of Support 
for Learners with 
Exceptionalities
Offering a roadmap 
for true Montessori 
inclusion, this 
collaborative anthology 
describes basic special 
education terminology 
and how it relates to Montessori, as well as the details of 
inclusive and innovative model schools. Edited by Ann 
Epstein, with a foreword by Amira Mogaji and the voices of 20 
distinguished contributors. Paperback, 180 pages.  
R04 $19.95 
Love of 
Learning 
Supporting Intrinsic 
Motivation in 
Montessori Students 
Every teacher struggles 
at one time or another 
with unmotivated 
students. In this volume, 
the authors share some 
of their own struggles. 
Drawing on the wisdom 
of Maria Montessori, 
years of their own 
experience and that of their colleagues, as well as current 
research on the subject of motivation, the authors hope 
this book will help teachers do their jobs better for the 
benefit of their students. By Michael and D’Neil Duffy. 
From Parent Child Press. Paperback, 138 pages.
542900 $19.95

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