Montessori classrooms offer a thoughtfully prepared environment rich with developmentally appropriate learning material that invites children to explore igniting their curiosity and interests. Dr Montessori recognized that children who are given independence are much more motivated to learn than when directed by others.   Children out of curiosity explore the activities displayed; some activities catch their interest and they continue to work on them. The guides/teachers find an opportunity to present the activity, challenging them in their field of interest to explore new ideas.   The guides are trained observers of children and invite children to branch out and grow intellectually as they master skills and content. The guides present the work based on a curriculum that is conveyed through their work.