Play in Montessori Education

"As adults, we often consider play as a simple source of entertainment that occupies a child’s time. Play is more than what children do when they aren’t ‘working’ or what they do in their free time/break time. It is a fundamental aspect of their growth and development and should be encouraged and embraced for the crucial role it plays in the developing child." 

Sarah Cummins, Chairperson, Montessori Society AMI (UK)