At Home with Montessori

At Home with Montessori

Human Tendencies

Understanding growth and development from birth to 6 years and beyond

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Claire
Sep 19, 2023
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What are the Human Tendencies?

Human Tendencies are characteristics of growth that one can expect to experience from birth throughout the course of life. Maria Montessori’s son, Mario, stated that tendencies are broad potentialities that urge the individual toward progress and a sense of fulfillment.

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