Learn how the sensitive period shapes early learning in Montessori education | A Parent's Guide to Child Development

Learn how the sensitive period shapes early learning in Montessori education | A Parent's Guide to Child Development

July 10, 2026 · 2 min

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Marsha Familaro Enright discusses the significance of sensitive periods in Montessori education and their impact on early learning and development.

n this episode, Marsha Familaro Enright discusses Montessori's sensitive periods and the importance of early learning from birth through age 6 for language, movement, and sensory development. Understand how early experiences shape development and why the right environment supports learning during these formative years. Time Stamps: 00:12 Why is the sensitive period important in learning and developing the cornea for a 0-6-year-old to develop sensory movement? 01:00 Why do some children lose their love of learning & how does the sensitive period help motor development? 01: 50 Why do the first 6 years matter to understand the language & surroundings? Contact Marsha Familaro Enright Hello@reliancecollege.org Great connections Summer Seminar applicants can receive the discounted early rate by mentioning A Parent’s Guide to Child Development Podcasts in their Application Link Here :https://reliancecollege.org/seminar/ Interested in Reliance College’s AI Proof UTM course & to get a steep discount for the Fall? Contact admin@reliancecollege.org Follow us: Fledglings’ Flight: https://www.FledglingsFlight.com App: https://app.FledglingsFlight.com Instagram://fledglingsflight…

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Guest: Marsha Familaro Enright

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