A Day in the Life of a Waldorf Kindergarten ~ Written by Sarah Baldwin of Bella Luna Toys A note from Jamie: While not technically a homeschooling day, this post provides a helpful look into an early childhood Waldorf classroom, largely based on a home atmosphere. Many popular homeschooling …
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Homeschooling preschoolers: life is the curriculum
Homeschooling Preschoolers: Life Is the Curriculum ~ Written by Sarah Baldwin of Bella Luna Toys When I am asked by those who are homeschooling preschoolers to recommend a curriculum for their 3- to 6-year olds, I tell them, “Relax! Life is the curriculum for the young child.” Young children …
Waldorf Homeschooling: Learning to Let Go
Written by Sarah Baldwin of Bella Luna Toys and Moon Child While my two boys, Harper and Will, spent most of their schooling years in a Waldorf school, we spent two years homeschooling. I am a trained Waldorf teacher and prior to this I had been teaching at the Waldorf school that my boys …
When Should My Child Begin Music Lessons?
Written by contributor Sarah Baldwin of Bella Luna Toys and Moon Child As a Waldorf early childhood teacher, and the mother of two young musicians, I have been asked many times over the years what the ideal age is for a child to begin music lessons. I’ve been asking myself the same question …
Waldorf Education: Behind the Silk Curtains
Written by contributor Sarah Baldwin of Bella Luna Toys When one discovers Waldorf education, there can be a wide variety of first impressions. My own introduction was hearing that “the arts are incorporated into every subject.” That resonated with me, and I was eager to learn more. Others may …