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 […]
Waldorf 101
How to Teach Reading and Writing the Waldorf Way
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 that often prioritize academic achievement above all else, Waldorf education seeks to nurture creativity, imagination, […]
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 […]
Waldorf Homeschooling: How to Start Homeschooling with a Waldorf-Inspired Curriculum
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” to create well-rounded individuals. Unlike traditional education models that often prioritize academic achievement and standardized […]
Twelve Common Misunderstandings Concerning Waldorf Education
A Guide for Parents by Colin Price Note from WaldorfBooks: We are sharing the first chapter of this wonderful little booklet to introduce you to the amazing work that Waldorf teacher Colin Price has done. If you would like to purchase the full booklet it is available in digital format here or as a print book […]
First Grade and the Seven Year Old
By Waldorf Teacher, Diane Power This article is exclusive to and copyright Earthschooling.com I sincerely believe that for the child, and for the parents seeking to guide him, it is not half so important to “know” as to “feel.” If facts are the seeds that later produce knowledge and wisdom, then the motions and impressions […]
Waldorf First Grade Readiness – Are We Asking the Right Questions?
Waldorf First Grade Readiness – Are We Asking the Right Questions? By Kristie Burns Looking back on my children’s education I can honestly say that the question, “When are they ready for first grade?” was one of the hardest issues I had to deal with during their entire educational career. But why did I struggle […]
Waldorf 101: Syllabus
Would you like to convert your classroom or home into a Waldorf home or classroom? Would you like to know the meaning behind some of the Waldorf activities? I created a mini class for the Waldorf parents at my school in 1994 to help them understand the essence of Waldorf and the meaning behind the […]
Bedtime Verses
These verses were all shared by members of Earhschooling. They are NOT part of the Earthschooling curriculum, but they reflect the diversity of our members. Original question from a member: My son’s teacher recommended we say a verse before bed to signal it’s time to get ready for sleep. My sons are 4 and 7. […]
Waldorf Television
What Does Waldorf Education Say About TV? References for this article are listed below the article. As a naturopath, writer, and teacher this is one of my favorite projects to take on. I enjoy researching the historical uses of herbs and healing therapies and then tracing their usage up until the modern day where we find […]
Parent-Teacher Education
Meditation and Inner Work
One thing that Steiner saw as very important for Waldorf parents and educators was to maintain a constant awareness of ourselves through meditation and self-reflection. The beginning of his work, The Foundation Meditation, expresses his thought best when he says, Soul of man! You live in the limbs That carries you through the world of […]
Earthschooling – an Award Winning Curriculum
