Spontaneous Activity in Education is a book written by Maria Montessori, the founder of the Montessori method of education. In this book, Montessori discusses the importance of children’s natural desire to learn and how it can be fostered through the creation of a carefully prepared environment. She argues that children are capable of directing their own learning and that teachers should act as facilitators rather than direct instructors. Montessori believes that by following the child’s lead and observing their spontaneous activity, educators can better understand the child’s developmental needs and provide appropriate materials and activities to support their learning. This book is considered a foundational work in Montessori education and continues to be widely read and studied by educators and parents around the world.