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Discovering Waldorf :: First Grade Readiness
With Teddy loosing his first tooth this week, a Good Man and I have been reconsidering First Grade for him for the next school year. It is a difficult decision. Teddy’s birthday is May 1st which means...
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Discovering Waldorf :: Why Limit Computer Time
Here is a though provoking article (from Waldorf Today) about the effects that computer time has on the development of our children. As you may know, Waldorf education is for the most part, computer...
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Discovering Waldorf :: The Scientifc Nature of Play
Waldorf Early Education (Pre K to Kindergarten) focuses on play based learning… children learn through structured and unstructured play, storytelling, verses and circle-time. I have often watched my...
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Discovering Waldorf :: Propositions of Play
I know we talk about the importance of play a lot here on Discovering Waldorf and here it is again. I thought this article had a very interesting take on the benefits of play throughout the ages. I...
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Discovering Waldorf :: On Handwork with Renate Hiller
The other day I was feeling anxious and stressed. My temper was short and I found myself snapping unnecessarily at my kids. It was raining and, although I knew I needed a good walk to shake the bad...
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Discovering Waldorf :: Why Kids Need Nature with Richard Louv
There is a special radiance that shines from my children when we are playing, free, in Nature. Their eyes sparkle, their cheeks flush… they smile. It’s beautiful! Here’s a great article from the...
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Friday’s Nature Table
Welcome to Friday’s Nature Table. I want to thank you all for the wonderfully inspiring links you share here each week. Everyone is welcome to share what they have been up to in nature, with nature,...
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Discovering Waldorf :: Can Play Get Your Child into University?
“Parents, educators, psychologists, neuroscientists, and politicians generally fall into one of two camps when it comes to preparing very young children for school: play-based or skills-based. These...
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Discovering Waldorf :: Why No Homework in Waldorf Schools?
Most Waldorf Schools do not ask their students to do any homework at all in Kindergarten and the early Grades. When my children come home from school they can play outside, climb a tree, read a book....
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Discovering Waldorf :: Health Benefits to Playing in the Dirt
This article (by Susan Wyatt / Kings) aught to make you feel better the next time your 6 year old comes in with grimy fingernails and dirt all over his face PLAYING IN THE DIRT MAY MAKE YOU SMARTER For...
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Discovering Waldorf :: The Waldorf Lifestyle
Welcome to Discovering Waldorf, where everyday families share their Waldorf thoughts and experiences. Today, Joey is here to talk about how she brings Waldorf into her family’s life. :: Discovering...
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Discovering Waldorf :: Waldorf Homeschool Tips
Welcome to our Discovering Waldorf Series, where everyday families share their Waldorf thoughts and experiences. Sheila is a Waldorf homeschooling mom of two boys, Grade 1 and Grade 5. She shares her...
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Discovering Waldorf : The Paradox of Choice
Consider this… The Paradox of Choice Short Ted Talk by Barry Schwartz. For more information on Waldorf Education, please visit the Discovering Waldorf Page. If you would like to see an article on a...
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The Magic Of Beautiful Books :: Discovering Waldorf
Discovering Waldorf The Magic Of Waldorf Storybooks by: Joey van Oort Thanks so much for having me back Donni! As I mentioned in my last post we do not have a Waldorf School close by to enroll our...
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The Benefits of Having a Screen Free Week :: Discovering Waldorf
I loved reading how Franziska and her family coped with a screen free week… Disconnecting to Reconnect: Discovering how freeing a screen free week can be. Photo credit : Simplicity Parenting Blog For...
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Celebrating Summer :: Discovering Waldorf
Did you know that the official first day of summer is tomorrow? With this in mind, I’m excited to share this article written for The Magic Onions by the wonderful Maureen (aka Twig and Toadstool) a few...
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One Family’s Waldorf Experiences :: Discovering Waldorf
I love it when a reader shares her own family’s Waldorf experiences with us. It’s refreshing and motivating to see how others incorporate Waldorf ideas into their homes. Today, Sara shares her Waldorf...
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Children Prefer Simple Pleasures :: Discovering Waldorf
According to The Telegraph, the list is out for the best child-ranked Summer activities… mud-pie making, bike rides with friends, tree climbing. Children would rather build dens in the garden and have...
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Discovering Waldorf :: Fostering Multiple Intelligences
Here is an article from Spring Garden Waldorf School detailing the Waldorf curriculum and how it fosters multiple intelligence, educating the whole child and nurturing each child’s individual gifts…...
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Natural Art Supplies :: Discovering Waldorf
Wonderful Joey is back to discuss the beauty of crafting with natural craft supplies. Discovering Waldorf: The beauty of natural art supplies by: Joey van Oort I have to say the best part of...
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