Micro Activism
Meets Montessori
Omkari Williams & Kelly Johnson
What would it look like to help children see themselves as capable change-makers every day?
Micro Activism Meets Montessori introduces a practical, Montessori-aligned approach to helping elementary students make meaningful contributions to their communities. Led by Kelly Johnson and Omkari Williams, this course shows how small, sustainable actions can nurture the 6–12 year old’s growing sense of justice, collaboration, and responsibility. With clear examples and simple steps that integrate seamlessly into the Cosmic Curriculum and the prepared environment, you’ll learn how to guide children toward purposeful action that reflects Montessori’s vision of peace, dignity, and interconnectedness. This course equips you with the tools to inspire young change-makers in ways that feel natural, developmentally appropriate, and deeply rooted in Montessori principles.
This course includes a comprehensive PDF download featuring resources, ideas & key points from the modules, personal reflections, Archetype quiz, ideas and examples for lesson integration and shelf materials.
In this course you will:
▶︎ Identify your Activist Archetype and your students’ archetypes.
▶︎ Integrate micro activism into the work cycle, Cosmic Curriculum, and classroom life.
▶︎ Guide students in choosing sustainable, developmentally aligned actions.
▶︎ Build simple routines and habits that make activism part of everyday practice.
▶︎ Strengthen your confidence in engaging with diverse communities.
▶︎ Create a practical micro activism plan that links classroom, home, and community.
A certificate of completion for 4 hours is provided. Learn more about certificates here.
This course if for you if:
▶︎ You want to help students become meaningful change-makers in ways that feel authentic and doable.
▶︎ You’re excited to embrace a Montessori-aligned vision of activism that reflects everyday people making a difference.
▶︎ You believe in the power of small, sustainable, student-led actions to create meaningful impact.
▶︎ You’re looking for a clear, practical framework that fits naturally into your classroom rhythms.
▶︎ You want to grow your confidence in engaging with diverse communities and supporting students in doing the same.
Course Content
Module 1:
Activist Archetypes
and Cosmic Education
Discover how Montessori’s legacy of peace activism and key activist archetypes can support the second plane child’s social development and nurture a sense of justice, compassion, and cosmic purpose.
Module 2:
Lay Your Foundation
Learn how personal and collective stories shape meaningful micro activism, support true belonging, inform values-driven action, and deepen commitment to equity.
Module 3:
Radical Realism
Explore how to approach difficult conversations with genuine curiosity, understand and apply privilege responsibly, and engage in brave dialogue that supports more just and equitable communities.
Module 4:
Find Your Community
Consider how humility, collaboration, and finding common ground across diverse perspectives can strengthen activism, build supportive communities, and fuel meaningful collective change.
Module 5:
Build Your Resilience
Examine how resilience grows through freedom, focus, practical life skills, community support, and intentional self-care, helping children and adults navigate uncertainty with strength and adaptability.
Module 6:
What's Your Legacy?
Reflect on how intentional, value-driven actions shape the legacy we leave for future generations, guiding us to act with purpose, integrity, and a commitment to collective well-being.
Module 7:
Activate Your Plan
in the Classroom and Beyond
Explore practical ways to integrate micro activism into daily Montessori routines, fostering children’s compassion, moral reasoning, and community involvement through simple, sustainable actions in and beyond the classroom.
Omkari Williams
Omkari Williams is the Gold Nautilus award-winning and bestselling author of Micro Activism: How You Can Make a Difference in the World (Without a Bullhorn). Her book helps readers identify their “activist archetype” and map a personal action plan for engaging in small, change-making activities with potentially big impacts.
Omkari has worked as an actor, political consultant, and coach. Though she has an affinity for supporting activists who identify as introverted or highly sensitive, as she does, she welcomes all people into the world of micro activism, a sustainable path to change-making based upon honoring the inherent dignity of all people.
Kelly Johnson
Kelly seeks to guide humans of all ages to slow down and reconnect with their natural world, creatively. An artist, author, nature journaling guide, Montessorian, and children's garden facilitator, Kelly brings a lifetime of creative expression, academic exploration, and hands-on gardening experience to each of her endeavors. With Wings, Worms, and Wonder, Kelly aims to help and inspire humans to creatively connect with the natural world through the arts and gardening at home and school. Visit Wings, Worms, and Wonder: the online home of Kelly’s books, blog, workshops, nature journaling courses, school consultations, and more!
Kelly holds a BFA, MA, and AMS 6-9 certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
This course consists of pre-recorded videos. You will gain access to all the videos as soon as you register. You have access for one year and you may watch at your convenience, as often as you wish, during that time.
Is this appropriate for parents?
The principles in this course can certainly be applied by parents. However, most of the examples used will be for a classroom setting and will reflect the teacher experience. We will not be addressing parents' needs specifically.
Is this a live course?
No. This course consists of pre-recorded video lectures and downloadable resources. You may view the videos as many times as desired at your convenience for at least one year.
Will I receive a Certificate of Attendance?
You can get a certificate of attendance by request. You will need to fill out a feedback form. You will receive a PDF certificate via email. We recommend confirming with your local licensing agency prior to registering if you are relying on having the certificate approved.
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