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 spiritual science that seeks to understand the human being in relation to the universe. Steiner […]
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Rudolf Steiner’s Vision for Education and Its Relevance Today
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 belief that learning should go beyond the mere acquisition of knowledge and skills. Steiner emphasized […]
How to Build a Waldorf-Inspired Daily Schedule
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 a harmonious blend of creative, academic, and practical activities. At its core, this approach values […]
How to Encourage Independent Learning in Children
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 characterized by self-motivation, curiosity, and the ability to set and achieve personal goals. Unlike traditional […]
The Benefits of Handwork and Crafting for Children
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 develop critical cognitive, emotional, and physical skills. These activities stimulate brain development by encouraging problem-solving, […]
10 COVID-19 Related Educational Activities for Waldorf Homeschooling
I’ve been through many situations similar to this one before (see my previous post “How to Deal with Limbo During COVID-19”) but none have been so hard to shelter the children from. In the past I was always able to shelter them to a large extent and allow them to live their blissful and peaceful […]
So You Want to Needle Felt?
By Guest Blogger, Megan Hammer As a celebration for the new set of tutorials we have available on the website, Megan Hammer (the wonderful artist you will learn from in these tutorials) is sharing some of her insights on how you can get started on needle-felting… Yay! I’m so happy you want to learn this […]
Ask a Waldorf Teacher: How Many Colors Can I Use in KG Watercolor Lessons?
Every Wednesday our members get to ask Waldorf teacher Diane Power questions about their homeschooling experience, Waldorf education and more. These Q & A sessions are posted on the member blog every week so you have access to all the past Q & A sessions. Become a member of Earthschooling to get your questions answered personally […]
Ask a Waldorf Teacher: Third Grade Fiber Block
Every Wednesday our members get to ask Waldorf teacher Diane Power questions about their homeschooling experience, Waldorf education and more. These Q & A sessions are posted on the member blog every week so you have access to all the past Q & A sessions. Become a member of Earthschooling to get your questions answered personally […]
Ask a Waldorf Teacher: How Can I Encourage My Child to do Watercoloring?
Every Wednesday our members get to ask Waldorf teacher Diane Power questions about their homeschooling experience, Waldorf education and more. These Q & A sessions are posted on the member blog every week so you have access to all the past Q & A sessions. Become a member of Earthschooling to get your questions answered personally […]
Art Therapy in Waldorf Education
Thank you to our guest blogger this week, Katelyn Green, for this wonderful article on art therapy. I am so happy she has shared this with us because art is an everyday part of the Waldorf/Earthschooling curriculum. When you read about all the benefits you and your students are gaining just by using the […]
Easy Indoor-Outdoor Portable Fort for Kids
Easy Indoor-Outdoor Portable Fort for Kids This easy indoor-outdoor portable fort for kids can be used for any age or it can be used as part of the third grade “housebuilding” lesson. To create a little portable indoor/outdoor fort… 1. Purchase a few bamboo rods (the kind you get at the gardening center for 1.00 each…they […]
Earthschooling – an Award Winning Curriculum
