Part I: Discovering the Authentic Child, 9
Chapter 1 Montessori's Pathway of Discovery, 15
Chapter 2 The Child's Place in the Universe, 33
Chapter 3 The Child's Authentic Nature, 47

Part II: Unveiling the Authentic Child, 67
Chapter 4 The Volition Phase, 73
Chapter 5 The Engagement Phase, 85
Chapter 6 The Integration Phase, 95
Chapter 7 The Love Phase, 107

Part III: Creating Nurturing Home Environments, 117
Chapter 8 Creating the Physical Environment, 123
Chapter 9 Creating the Mental Environment, 137
Chapter 10 Creating the Emotional Environment, 151
Chapter 11 Creating the Spiritual Environment, 163

Part IV: Being an Authentic Parent, 171
Chapter 12 Centering Skills for Adults, 175
Chapter 13 Parenting Styles and Practices, 195
Chapter 14 Communicating with Compassion, 211
Chapter 15 Facilitating Inner Discipline, 229
Chapter 16 Understanding Children's Behavior, 249

References, 277
Index, 287
About the Authors, 293