Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom: Preparing an Environment that Fosters Respect, Kindness & Responsibility

by Jane Nelsen, Chip DeLorenzo

Positive Discipline, developed by Jane Nelsen and based on the work of Alfred Adler and Rudolf Dreikurs, is designed to help young people become responsible, respectful, and resourceful members of their communities. In this book, Nelsen and Chip DeLorenzo bring together Montessori and Positive Discipline for the first time, offering a methodology for addressing behavior in the classroom that is consistent with the core Montessori belief of respect for the child. Nelsen and DeLorenzo argue that preparing the social[1]emotional environment is just as important—and as critical to normalization—as preparing the physical environment, and provide tips for creating that environment, one that engenders cooperation, contribution, and mutual respect. Whether you teach toddlers or adolescents, or anywhere in between, you will find life-changing tools in Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom.You’ll learn how • effectively set and maintain limits with children• foster children’s self-regulation and responsibility• encourage open communication with your students• help children attain a sense of belonging and significance• And much more

Genres: Education

404 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 11, 2021

About the author

Dr. Jane Nelsen is a licensed Marriage, Family and Child Counselor in South Jordan, UT and Carlsbad, CA.

She is the author and/or coauthor of the Positive Discipline Series.

Reviews

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just what I needed!

This book synthesized a lot of things I knew about into one program that I know I can follow. The author offered explanations, examples, and grace for mistakes that make me excited to get started this fall. Everything I believe in my heart about children, Montessori education, and discipline was articulated in this book. Love it and plan to read it again as the school year starts!

[ron shango · Rating 5 out of 5]

positive discipline is fantastic

Everyone in Montessori needs this book! It is insightful and walks you through every skill step by step. Game changer for teachers, children and schools.

[Nelleke · Rating 4 out of 5]

Een mooie aanvulling voor de 'voorbereide omgeving', nu vooral op het gebied van de sociaal-emotionele ontwikkeling van kinderen. Veel herkenbare situaties, heel behulpzaam bij hoe je daar als leerkracht mee om kunt gaan. Respectvol, vriendelijk en beslist.

[Paige Wibby · Rating 5 out of 5]

FIVE STARS ALL AROUND. This book covers so many topics in a cohesive way that are helpful and effective. I will be rereading this book many times and implementing a lot of the tools into my classroom.

[Stacey Meyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have added this book to my “must read every year” list. I also plan to reference it on a regular basis during the school year. This is an excellent book for Montessori guides.