Students Propser with Montessori Method

Here is a link to an article from Scientific American that describes some examples of how children prosper using the Montessori method:

http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=students-prosper-with-mon

It's important to note in the article that it is not just academic successes.  Children also have reasoning skills.  The article says, "When confronted with social issues, such as another child hoarding a swing, they (Montessori students) more commonly resorted to reasoning". 

One of the great benefits of being a child in an authentic Montessori classroom are the opportunities to make peace with one another.  Children are expected to practice communication skills with their peers when disagreements occur.  Teachers in Montessori classrooms help facilitate this process and give the child words when necessary.