Part One: Choosing a Location All Photos Copyright Kristie Burns When we first started Earthschooling we chose the name “Earthschooling” because we wanted to emphasize that education does not just happen at home. In fact, one of our favorite ways to learn has always been to be outdoors or to take what I call “Earthschooling […]
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Connecting with Children Through Literature
Seeing Lois Lowry speak last night with my two daughters was an experience I will never forget. But it wasn’t simply because she is a famous author and writes award-winning books. The experience was special to me because Lois Lowry was my first introduction to modern teenage fiction and represents a special bond I continue […]
The Benefits of the Family Meal
By Nancy Jewel Poer We did not feel television was a benefit to growing, creative minds … with TV you are taking in someone else’s story, not living your own. The only possible and logical daily gathering time was the evening meal. When I speak with adults about happy childhood memories, special meals almost always […]
Waldorf in the News: Children Have More Than Five Senses
Waldorf Principle Explored: Steiner’s 12-Senses (Additional information on Steiner’s 12-senses is available HERE) Rudolf Steiner, founder of the Waldorf method of education believed that all people, including the students you teach, have 12 senses. For many people, belief in a “sixth sense” is not a big leap. Some of the other senses he describes are harder to grasp. However, thanks to a […]
Connecting with Nature for Health & Well-Being
By Miranda Altice The Indigo Teacher Punkee Herbals on Etsy Miranda Altice is a student at The Avicenna Institute of Natural Therapies. The following post was submitted as one of her assignments for the Nutritional Well-Being Course. We enjoyed it so much we are sharing it with you as well. We enjoyed this article because […]
Top Ten Teacher Success Secrets
When we asked teachers what the secret to their success in the classroom was their answers were varied but we chose the top ten. We’ve also included some links to resources we have that will help you build your own success in the classroom. 1. Loving the Children and the Work. 2. Being Part of a Supportive […]
Waldorf in the News: Natural Light & Outdoor Play Reduces Short-Sightedness in Children
Waldorf Principle Explored: Bringing the Classroom Outdoors & The Outdoors Inside Having students spend significant amounts of time outdoors is integral to Waldorf education. No matter what the weather is or the student’s age, students are dressed appropriately and have daily time to play and explore outdoors. Even when students are indoors, classrooms are filled with natural light […]
Waldorf In the News: Using Nature in the Classroom
Waldorf Principle Explored: Natural Supplies in the Classroom If you have ever explored a Waldorf toy catalog or website you have probably noticed that every toy, school supply and piece of clothing is “all natural”. This means that the supplies are made from natural materials like cotton, beeswax, wood, plants and other natural materials. To someone new […]
Waldorf in the News: Stress is Contagious in the Classroom
Waldorf Principle Explored: Inner Work for the Teacher Daily inner work is required of all Waldorf teachers and is highly suggested for all teachers in general. Inner work is the process strengthening our “inner forces” so they are strong enough to carry us through the challenges of the day. One popular way to pursue “inner work” is to start […]
Waldorf in the News: Importance of Music, Circle Time & Verses
Waldorf Principle Explored: Singing in Waldorf Education Singing is an integral part of Waldorf education. One does not need to have a musical voice to participate in this activity. Verses are used for circle time in the morning, music lessons in the afternoon and, in early childhood, verses are often used to introduce a lesson or to […]
How Can I Simplify Working With a First and Third Grader?
Question from Member Eva: So, I am starting to homeschool my first and third grader. I am not sure where to begin. I have printed out the creation and origin myth legends. And language and math for her. For the first grader, I printed out March. That is easier to understand. I am more concerned with my […]
How Much Math or Science Homework is Too Much?
Waldorf Principle Explored: The Main Lesson The Main Lesson is the central part of the Waldorf inspired educational day and often only lasts 1 to 2 hours. Parents and teachers who are making the transition from an 8 to 3:00 day to a homeschooling day often worry that they may not be providing their students with enough working […]
Earthschooling – an Award Winning Curriculum
