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Jan 2020
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Maria Montessori

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Maria Montessori revolutionized education during the early 20th century with her approach to child-led learning, and was convinced that the children of the world were the key to peace on earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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