--- product_id: 296050098 title: "Ballantine The Secret of Childhood" price: "¥2910" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/296050098-ballantine-the-secret-of-childhood store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # 4.6/5 star trusted rating Classic Montessori wisdom Deep child psychology insights Ballantine The Secret of Childhood **Price:** ¥2910 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Discover the secret every mindful parent and leader wishes they knew! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ballantine The Secret of Childhood - **How much does it cost?** ¥2910 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/296050098-ballantine-the-secret-of-childhood) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Join a Global Movement:** Be part of the Montessori legacy shaping future generations worldwide. - • **Empathy Meets Expertise:** Maria Montessori’s warm yet precise approach transforms how you understand children’s behavior. - • **Unlock the Child’s True Potential:** Scientifically backed insights into child development that every parent and educator needs. - • **Practical Solutions for Challenging Kids:** Actionable advice on addressing behavioral deviations with compassion, not punishment. - • **A Must-Have for Modern Parents & Educators:** Essential reading beyond classrooms—empower your entire family and community. ## Overview Ballantine’s 'The Secret of Childhood' is a cornerstone Montessori book blending scientific rigor with heartfelt understanding. It offers profound insights into child psychology and practical guidance for nurturing potential, making it indispensable for parents, educators, and anyone invested in the future of children. With a 4.6-star rating and strong presence in child psychology categories, this book is a trusted resource in developmental literature. ## Description Maria Montessori describes the child with warmth and the exactness of a scientist. She also discusses the array of materials and techniques needed to release his learning potential. Review: Apart from the Absorbent Mind the most important book written by Montessori - I bought this book as part of my Montessori training but I read it before the training even started. I could not put it down. If you want to understand the world from a child's perspective, understand why children do what they do and how you can help them realise their potential, then I suggest you read this. Not only if you are a teacher or work with children. This knowledge and understanding is fundamental for everyone, every parent and every human being. It is time we treated our children correctly and supported them rather than standing in their way! There's a very interesting section on deviations in this book. So if you have a so called difficult or problematic child, I suggest you read this. Montessori describes here why no child is naughty by nature and how often it is actually the adult's fault that children develop these deviations. She also gives practically applicable advice how to correct the situation. If you love your child read this! Review: impaginazione sbagliata - Ho letto diversi titoli dell'autrice, e mi sono sempre piaciuti. Ma quando oggi ho ricevuto la copia brossura di questo titolo, che delusione nello scoprire che la prima pagina... è la 75! Solo dopo pagina 122 trovo finalmente il frontespizio, l'indice, la prefazione, ecc. Questi disguidi segnano un punto a favore delle librerie tradizionali. I read and appreciate several Montessori books. I just received today this printed version, and how sad to find out it starts from... page 75! Only after page 122 I finally have contents, preface, etc. This kind of mistake score points in favour of traditional bookstores. ## Features - Ballantine books ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #114,449 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #245 in Child Psychology #268 in Psychological Counseling #316 in Psychology of Personality | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 541 Reviews | ## Images ![Ballantine The Secret of Childhood - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91r5SSIV2IL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Apart from the Absorbent Mind the most important book written by Montessori *by M***Y on 21 February 2014* I bought this book as part of my Montessori training but I read it before the training even started. I could not put it down. If you want to understand the world from a child's perspective, understand why children do what they do and how you can help them realise their potential, then I suggest you read this. Not only if you are a teacher or work with children. This knowledge and understanding is fundamental for everyone, every parent and every human being. It is time we treated our children correctly and supported them rather than standing in their way! There's a very interesting section on deviations in this book. So if you have a so called difficult or problematic child, I suggest you read this. Montessori describes here why no child is naughty by nature and how often it is actually the adult's fault that children develop these deviations. She also gives practically applicable advice how to correct the situation. If you love your child read this! ### ⭐⭐ impaginazione sbagliata *by A***1 on 16 July 2012* Ho letto diversi titoli dell'autrice, e mi sono sempre piaciuti. Ma quando oggi ho ricevuto la copia brossura di questo titolo, che delusione nello scoprire che la prima pagina... è la 75! Solo dopo pagina 122 trovo finalmente il frontespizio, l'indice, la prefazione, ecc. Questi disguidi segnano un punto a favore delle librerie tradizionali. I read and appreciate several Montessori books. I just received today this printed version, and how sad to find out it starts from... page 75! Only after page 122 I finally have contents, preface, etc. This kind of mistake score points in favour of traditional bookstores. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Concentrated knowledge of children needs *by S***Y on 10 October 2011* A bit difficult writing style, heavy reading but massive knowledge as well. Maria Montessori was a pioneer in children education/raising/learning and nowadays science (brain development) is proving her right from every aspect. This is one of her late works, so you will find most of her thoughts in there, but in a way more holistic and generic. All her knowledge is derived from hands-on experience, so consider reading it slowly to grasp all meanings. Ok, Montessori is a bit difficult on working at home (try a good school for better support), but consider and implement some aspects of it and you will soon discover a new child. It is also more generalized, but I think that is the best way to master the genius behind the specific details of her educational system. Tons of books on the subject (many of them really good), but this is her own work and it is well worth reading material for every parent not only those interested in montessori. 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