Studying primitive human societies and their responses to the environment provides valuable insights into innate human behaviors that meet basic needs. Maria Montessori highlighted the significance of nurturing these natural tendencies, especially in children exploring the world. By fostering these behaviors, we support a child's potential growth and development.

Maria Montessori identified ten key human tendencies:

1. Exploration of the environment: Encourage curiosity and discovery.
2. Purposeful work and activity: Promote engagement and motivation.
3. Orientation in physical and social spaces: Help children find their place.
4. Order and organization: Foster a sense of structure and routine.
5. Imagination, creativity, and invention: Inspire innovative thinking.
6. Abstract thinking and ideas: Develop critical thinking skills.
7. Precision and accuracy: Enhance attention to detail.
8. Repetition to achieve mastery: Support practice and skill building.
9. Verbal and nonverbal communication: Strengthen effective interactions.
10. Self-preservation for safety and survival: Instill awareness and caution.

Nurture these tendencies to unlock endless learning potential!

Explore the links below for more information on these tendencies and their role in the Montessori:

The Foundation of the Human Personality – Our Hope for the Future
Tendencies of Humans
Human Tendencies and Sensitive Periods

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