Part 1 of this 3-part course, explores the first 4 key Montessori principles, with practical applications and explanations of their value. Part 1 of the course covers the following: Principle 1 – Activity should have purpose and capture interest Principle 2 – Invite the person to participate Principle 3 – Offer choice whenever possible Principle 4 – Demonstrate more. Talk less.

This course continues to explore the Key Montessori Principles introduced in part 1, looking at the 2nd set of 4 principles with in depth explanations and real-world examples. Part 2 of the course covers the following: •    Principle 5 – Physical Skills. Focus on what the person can do. •    Principle 6 – Match your speed to theirs. Slow down! •    Principle 7 – Use visual hints, cues or templates. •    Principle 8 – Give the person something to hold.

The last part of this course looks more closely at the final 4 key principles of a Montessori Inspired Lifestyle®. Principle 9 – Go from simple to more complex. Principle 10 – Break a task down into steps. Principle 11 – There is no right or wrong way to do an activity. Think Engagement. Principle 12 – Ask for Feedback. To end, ask: “Did you enjoy doing this?” and “Would you like to do this again?”