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Montessori's Motivation to Learn

Montessori education is built on research and the understanding of how children learn best. Using studies cited in the book Montessori: The Science Behind the Genius by Dr. Angeline Stoll Lillard we built an interactive dashboard to dive into studies on what motivates children to learn.

Who is the report for: 

  • Montessori schools seeking for research-backed parent education content

How to use the report: 
  • Share with teachers for validating their practices
  • Share with parents to explain differences between Montessori and traditional education
  • Bring to board meetings as evidence of what innovative parent education can look like
Find out more insights!

Read the Blog

Why do Montessori classrooms rely less on grades, stickers, and rewards? Drawing on decades of motivation research, this article explores how external rewards can sometimes undermine curiosity, creativity, challenge-seeking, and a lifelong love of learning. Discover what the research reveals about intrinsic motivation and why Montessori's approach helps children become confident, self-directed learners.

Download the Report

Two ways to access the report: free and interactive, or ready-to-share for newsletters, presentations, and your school community.

free version Free
Montessori's Motivation to Learn Dashboard

 

Free Tableau dashboard access: Explore the full data behind the report, slice the findings, and surface insights specific to your school's questions.

 

  • $0
  • May 15,2026
  • Tableau Dashboard
Dashboard Access
Handout 1 - The Evidence 1 Paid
Montessori's Motivation to Learn Handout

Printable handout: A beautifully designed PDF that pairs the dashboard with clear, ready-to-share insights. Use it to: 

  • Share with parents during parent education events, newsletter, open house or school tours
  • $49.99
  • May 15,2026
  • PDF Handout
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Montopia: Reseach in Practice

Montopia is where the research becomes practice: a parent-education app built for Montessori schools, designed to turn everyday photo-sharing into meaningful learning moments for families.

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