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 schools. Cultural heritage, geographic location, native language, age and ability, neurodiversity, and even temperament— for […]
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The Gift of a Diverse Library in Waldorf Education: Book List
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 exactly in that sense that the spiritual element in a Waldorf school is active. It […]
How to Start the Year: The One Most Important Thing to Do
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 excitement in the air when they enter a classroom the first day – either at […]
Why Choose 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 are some of the highlights: 1. Different Levels & Experiences: With Earthschooling you can choose […]
The Yearly Rhythm in Waldorf Education
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 the Waldorf curriculum. Friday Freebie: Rhythm in Waldorf Education Why Consider Rhythms and Stages in […]
Why Storytelling is Important, in Education and in Life
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 in a culture where everyone is named “Serjito” or “Maria” you might consider changing the […]
Order Your Books Before the Holiday Rush!
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 arrive! We send out packages twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. […]
Logik of the Heart and the Renewal of Waldorf Education
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 Titles The Logik of the Heart Waldorf Schools and Classrooms Administrative Explorations Economic Explorations A […]
Which Level of Earthschooling Should I Purchase?
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 you are new to Waldorf education you will need to invest some hours over a […]
Meet Your Ukulele Teacher Dan Prindle!
The wonderful Dan Prindle is now offering three levels of Ukulele classes for students of Earthschooling.com. You can find descriptions of his classes within the listings for Ukulele Level One, Ukulele Level Two, and Ukulele Level Three. Feedback on these classes has been phenomenal! Students love them! Dan Prindle is an experienced performer, recording artist, scholar, […]
Music’s Power on the Developing Brain and Beyond
By Anne Marie Daniolos Upon discovering this statement an intense search commenced to learn more on how music education impacts the whole developing brain. The findings were astounding. These are a short list of findings to share. Physician, professor of neurology, historian of science, philosopher, naturalist, pianist and author, Oliver Wolf Sacks studied the brain […]
Studying Government in Waldorf Education
Question: With all the politics surrounding us this year I want to integrate political studies into our curriculum. How can I do that? Answer: Students study actual government structures in high school Earthschooling classes since that is the way the Waldorf curriculum is organized. However, every age has an appropriate way to get involved in government without […]
Earthschooling – an Award Winning Curriculum
