a shelf with Montessori educational materials promoting self-directed learning students practicing practical life skills in a Montessori environment students participating in a cultural lesson with Montessori materials a calm and organized Montessori classroom with educational materials students learning about nature through Montessori gardening activities a Montessori classroom setup emphasizing independence and exploration students practicing practical life skills in a Montessori environment children engaging in hands-on learning with Montessori materials a teacher guiding students through a Montessori art project Montessori geometry lesson with shapes and tactile learning aids a shelf with Montessori educational materials promoting self-directed learning