According to research, it’s important to talk to children about race as early as age three. Talking about race with children (rather than trying to create “color-blind environments” for them while ignoring the topic of race) will encourage children to embrace diversity.
Montessori education doesn’t ignore race. Even during the preschool years, children are exposed to the continents and peoples of the world. During the elementary years, the peoples of the world are studied from a historical perspective.
Maria Montessori was a strong proponent of peace education for children. She said: “Averting war is the work of politicians; establishing peace is the work of education.”
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