Montessori in Action Podcast
Engaging conversations with Montessori practitioners
Season 7, Ep. 3
From Pyramids to Pink Towers:
Montessori Education and the African Connection
We launch this new school year with a conversation around a new book: From Pyramids to Pink Towers: Montessori Education and the African Connection. This book was co-written by Jeff Menzise and Maati Wafford. Together they explore the connections between Maria Montessori's educational approach and African systems of knowledge, regrounding us in our unique method and offering support for our spiritual transformation. Purchase the book at https://www.mindonthematter.com/shop?
Jeff Menzise
Maati Wafford
Maati Wafford is a licensed social worker, equity practitioner, spirit-led Montessori credentialed leader, educational consultant, and coach. She is the founder and principal consultant of Radiant Mind Solutions, holding Montessori credentials in Early Childhood, Elementary I & II, and Administration.
Maati infuses her interactions with children, parents, and fellow educators with fierce critical reflection and a sincere love of learning. For over two decades, she has created brave spaces for educators and school leaders to expand, build, and make more justice in the world. Maati is a firm believer in divine intelligence and understands that we all sit at the very center of that space!
Jeff Menzise is a doctor of clinical psychology and founder & lead consultant for Mind on the Matter, Ltd. He is best known for his community education workshops, his various books/publications, and his work as a college professor.