Explaining Montessori is a series of essays explaining the different terms and aspects of the Montessori Method of education, devised by Dr Maria Montessori in the last century. This booklet explains the cultural curriculum for the first plane of development, from birth to age 6, commonly found in Montessori early years settings. Dr Montessori believed that this education was vital in a child's formative years to provide a solid foundation for future learning.