This atmosphere of quiet activity develops a fellow-feeling, an attitude of mutual aid, and, most wonderful of all, an intelligent interest on the part of the older children in the progress of their little companions.
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- Dr. Montessori’s Own Handbook (1914), Motor Education. Author-authorized English translation; translator is not named in this edition. https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/29635/pg29635-images.html
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