Linda Knodle Educator and Author Biography Posted in: Guest Blogger, Mosi, Public Blog, Waldorf Books - Linda passed over the threshold at home on July 14th, 2025. Friends and family lovingly cared for her as she confidently, intentionally, and fully embraced her transition. You can help her on her journey by wishing her clarity and confidence… Read More >>
Book Review: A Man of Salt and Trees Posted in: Eighth Grade, Farming, Waldorf Books - JOIN THE BOOK CLUB HERE Every once in a while, I come across a formative book that makes me say, "Wow, I wish I had read this when I was in high school," or "I wish I had known about… Read More >>
How to Integrate Music into Your Homeschool Routine Posted in: Music, Music, Waldorf Earthschooling - The Benefits of Incorporating Music in Homeschooling Music is more than just a form of entertainment; it’s a powerful tool for enhancing a child’s overall development. Research has consistently shown that music education can significantly boost cognitive abilities, including memory,… Read More >>
The Unique Foundations of Waldorf Education Posted in: Arts, Crafts & Handwork, Free Samples, Storytelling, Teachers - What is Waldorf Education? Waldorf education is a distinctive approach to learning that emphasizes holistic development, creativity, and the integration of arts and academics. Founded by Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner in 1919, this educational philosophy is rooted in anthroposophy, a… Read More >>
Rudolf Steiner’s Vision for Education and Its Relevance Today Posted in: Homeschooling, Music, Storytelling, Waldorf 101, Watercolor - The Foundations of Rudolf Steiner’s Educational Philosophy Rudolf Steiner, the Austrian philosopher and founder of Anthroposophy, envisioned education as a transformative process that nurtures the whole human being—body, soul, and spirit. His approach to education was deeply rooted in the… Read More >>
The Benefits of Waldorf Education for Early Childhood Development Posted in: Fantasy Play, Homeschooling, Nature Walks, Public Blog - What is Waldorf Education? Waldorf education, also known as Steiner education, is a unique approach to learning that was developed by Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner in the early 20th century. Rooted in Steiner’s philosophy of anthroposophy, Waldorf education emphasizes the… Read More >>
How to Teach Reading and Writing the Waldorf Way Posted in: Form Drawing, G1 (First Grade), G2 (Second Grade), Lesson Blocks, Skills: Block Crayons, Verses, Waldorf 101 - What is the Waldorf Education Philosophy? The Waldorf education philosophy, founded by Rudolf Steiner in the early 20th century, is a holistic approach to learning that emphasizes the development of the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. Unlike traditional education systems… Read More >>
How to Build a Waldorf-Inspired Daily Schedule Posted in: Arts, Crafts & Handwork, Curriculum, Family/Lifetime Membership, Free Samples, Nature Walks, Teachers, Waldorf 101, Waldorf Earthschooling - What is a Waldorf-Inspired Daily Schedule? A Waldorf-inspired daily schedule is rooted in the principles of Waldorf education, which emphasize rhythm, balance, and holistic development. Waldorf education, founded by Rudolf Steiner, seeks to nurture the whole child—body, mind, and spirit—through… Read More >>
How to Encourage Independent Learning in Children Posted in: Art Supplies, Main Lesson Books, Natural Toys Supplies and Products, Nature in Education, Nature Walks, Rhythm, Rhythm, The Main Lesson, Waldorf Earthschooling, Wildlife Education - What is Independent Learning and Why is it Important? Independent learning refers to the ability of a child to take charge of their own educational journey, exploring topics, solving problems, and acquiring knowledge without constant supervision or instruction. It is… Read More >>
How Homeschooling Families Can Incorporate Waldorf Principles Posted in: 3 Day Rhythm, Homeschooling, Lessons: Arts & Crafts, Music, Nature in Education, Nature Walks, Rhythm, Toys, Waldorf Earthschooling, Waldorf Math, Waldorf Philosophy - What Are Waldorf Principles? Waldorf education, founded by Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner in the early 20th century, is a holistic approach to learning that emphasizes the development of the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. At its core, Waldorf education seeks… Read More >>
The Benefits of a Natural Curriculum in Modern Education Posted in: About Earthschooling, Farming, Nature in Education, Nature Walks, Wildlife Education - What is a Natural Curriculum? A natural curriculum is an innovative approach to education that prioritizes experiential, student-centered learning and integrates real-world contexts into the classroom. Unlike traditional education models that often rely on rigid structures, standardized testing, and rote… Read More >>
The Long-Term Benefits of a Waldorf Education Posted in: About Earthschooling, Homeschooling - What is Waldorf Education? Waldorf education, founded by Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner in 1919, is a unique approach to learning that emphasizes holistic development. Rooted in Steiner's anthroposophy philosophy, Waldorf schools aim to nurture the intellectual, emotional, physical, and… Read More >>
Where are Earthschoolers? Posted in: About Earthschooling - People always ask, "where are Earthschoolers?" One of our staff members created these beautiful charts for you! These charts show where students are globally as well as distributed among the US. As a member, you can connect with others in… Read More >>
How to Use Storytelling to Teach Science and History Posted in: Storytelling - The Power of Storytelling in Education How to Use Storytelling to Teach Science and History: Storytelling has been a cornerstone of human communication for centuries, transcending cultures and generations. In education, it serves as a powerful tool to engage students… Read More >>
Why is Waldorf School Online the Best Choice for Online Waldorf Education? Posted in: About Earthschooling - Waldorf School Online, created by Earthschooling, is the best choice for online Waldorf education for so many reasons. When we started our company in 1994 we started with a vision that has not changed. We asked ourselves, "what do we… Read More >>
The Benefits of Handwork and Crafting for Children Posted in: Arts, Crafts & Handwork, Natural Toys Supplies and Products, Nature in Education - Why Handwork and Crafting Matter for Child Development Handwork and crafting are more than just fun activities for children—they are essential tools for holistic development. Engaging in creative tasks like sewing, knitting, painting, or building models helps children… Read More >>
The Importance of Rhythm and Routine in Waldorf Education Posted in: About Earthschooling, Rhythm, Waldorf Philosophy - What is Waldorf Education? Waldorf education, founded by Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner in 1919, is a holistic approach to learning that emphasizes the development of the whole child—intellectually, emotionally, and physically. Unlike traditional education systems that often prioritize academic achievement… Read More >>
Why Nature-Based Learning is Essential for Children Posted in: Curriculum, Field Trips, Nature Walks, Science, Waldorf Earthschooling, Wildlife Education - The Foundations of Nature-Based Learning at Earthschooling Nature-based learning is an educational approach that emphasizes outdoor, experiential, and hands-on learning. Unlike traditional classroom education, which often relies on structured lessons and standardized testing, nature-based learning encourages children to explore, observe,… Read More >>
Student Work from The Avicenna Institute: Homeopathic Remedy for Anxiety Posted in: Homeopathy, Naturopathic Healing - Student: J. Tan, Student of Naturopathic Doctorate Course Excerpt of her work from course: Homeopathy 601:2 Client 3: Chloe, 34 years old, Anxiety Disorder Symptoms - Constant worry about health and future. - Fear of being alone, especially at night.… Read More >>
Student Work from The Avicenna Institute: A Temperament Solution Posted in: Naturopathic Healing - Student: Anonymous student (To protect identity of client) of Naturopathic Doctorate Course Course Assignment: The Temperaments "...After listening and discussing Rachel’s predicament with the anonymous feedback at work, she interpreted how others may perceive her expressive nature, and was ready… Read More >>
Waldorf Homeschooling: How to Start Homeschooling with a Waldorf-Inspired Curriculum Posted in: Public Blog, Waldorf 101, Waldorf Earthschooling, Waldorf Philosophy - Waldorf Homeschooling: What is a Waldorf-Inspired Curriculum? A Waldorf-inspired curriculum is rooted in the educational philosophy developed by Rudolf Steiner in the early 20th century. This approach emphasizes the holistic development of a child, nurturing the "head, heart, and hands"… Read More >>
Bringing the World to Your Learner: Article Posted in: Guest Blogger, Mosi, Waldorf Books - Waldorf schools and homeschooling communities are made up of families and individuals like you, reader, who have chosen a form of alternative schooling for reasons often related to diverse student needs that aren’t being met in traditional public and state… Read More >>
The Gift of a Diverse Library in Waldorf Education: Book List Posted in: Christmas, Cultural, Holidays, Mosi, Multiple Grades, Reading, Santa, Seasonal, Waldorf Books, Winter - The striving that is characteristic of our present age involves a search for the universally human, that which – in spite of all the differences of race, skin-color, creeds, customs and traditions – defines us as human beings. It is… Read More >>
How to Start the Year: The One Most Important Thing to Do Posted in: Organization, Planning - The beginning of a new year is always exciting for both the student and the teacher (or parent/teacher). What will we learn this year? What new adventures will we have? What will we create together? One can almost feel the… Read More >>
Why Choose Earthschooling? Posted in: About Earthschooling - Why Choose Earthschooling? Earthschooling is unique among educational programs in that it offers a combination of options that no other program offers. This unique experience has been evolving since we started as the first online Waldorf curriculum in 1994. Here… Read More >>
The Yearly Rhythm in Waldorf Education Posted in: Parenting, Waldorf Books - Reflection and Meditation at the Year's End One of the most important things in Waldorf education is establishing a classroom rhythm. This video talks about finding your rhythm in Waldorf education and the different stages that children go through in… Read More >>
Why Storytelling is Important, in Education and in Life Posted in: Storytelling, Waldorf Books - Waldorf Skill: Storytelling One reason the parent/teacher tells the story is so (s)he can adapt it to his/her class. If you are telling a fairy-tale from Germany and all the kids have names like “Hansel” and “Gretel” but you live… Read More >>
Order Your Books Before the Holiday Rush! Posted in: Holidays, Waldorf Books - Holiday Shopping and Shipping Happy holidays, Waldorf Books subscribers! We have many wonderful gift options from both Waldorf Books and Earthschooling. If you purchase a physical item please keep in mind the time it will take for your item to… Read More >>
Logik of the Heart and the Renewal of Waldorf Education Posted in: Teachers, Waldorf Books - Waldorf Co-ops & Classrooms Would you like Earthschooling to be part of your Waldorf school, public school, private school, or Waldorf inspired charter school curriculum? Earthschooling works with many teachers and schools around the world. Mark Riccio… Read More >>
Which Level of Earthschooling Should I Purchase? Posted in: About Earthschooling, Waldorf Earthschooling - Core Bundles: You already are familiar with Waldorf homeschooling or are willing to do more work on your own without video assistance. If you are already familiar with Waldorf education you will find the planners very easy to follow. If… Read More >>
