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=== Importance ===
The 3-Hour Work Cycle is crucial for developing key skills and traits such as independence, self-discipline, concentration, and intrinsic motivation<ref>Montessori, M. (1966). The secret of childhood. Ballantine Books.</ref>. It also respects children's individual learning styles and paces, promoting a positive attitude towards learning<ref>Lillard, A. S. (2017). Montessori: The science behind the genius. Oxford University Press.</ref>. Research has shown that play is not frivolous; it enhances brain structure and promotes executive function, which allows us to pursue goals and ignore distractions<ref>Yogman, M., Garner, A., Hutchinson, J., Hirsh-Pasek, K., & Golinkoff, R. M. (2018). The Power of Play: A Pediatric Role in Enhancing Development in Young Children. Pediatrics, 142(3).[https://oa.mg/work/10.1542/peds.2018-2058] </ref>.