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In a grade one Waldorf classroom, the day commences with an engaging activity involving bean bags. Students gather in a circle, each holding a bean bag, and begin counting in rhythm. The teacher initiates the counting, and the children respond, creating a harmonious classroom chorus while passing the bean bags among themselves. This method of […]

There is a deep human need to understand, explain and predict the natural world. Math is the system that allows us to do that. Few children today really don’t understand math – why it works and how it is connected to the real world. Since they have only memorized ways to solve specific problems, they

The Covid-19 pandemic really highlighted how financially troubled our society is. Debt levels are extremely high, bankruptcies are commonplace and many families are living paycheque to paycheque. Today’s adults are suffering and may be setting the next generation up for trouble, as well. Tackling the financial literacy crisis, begins in the home. Parents are reluctant

Stepping outside and enjoying the pure, night air also gives one the opportunity to ‘hear’ the silence of the night. Such silence is truly ‘golden’ and comes as a refreshing antidote to the noises of the daylight hours. While some noises are most ‘natural’ sounds made by bird, animal, wind or rain, none of which

Whether it is trekking or canoeing, escapes into nature boosts happiness and wellbeing of both body and mind. Firstly, we are getting exercise, a proven mood booster. Secondly, we are spending quality time with loved ones, thirdly, we are in nature. All it takes is, making a modest effort. It is unfiltered adventure for the

Does modern education contribute to teen anxiety? And, if so, how can we change school culture and methodology to help our children gain a sense of well-being? Studies prove that it is nearly a third of all teenagers are being classified as being frequently anxious, and even experiencing an anxiety disorder. Paediatrics journal released a

What is rhythm? You may have heard your child’s Waldorf kindergarten teacher mention the importance of rhythm in the unfamiliar context of schedule and routine. When we talk about rhythm in Waldorf education, it is not so different from musical rhythm. We are considering the beat of the child’s day. Is there a routine to

The culture of childhood can be found in all languages and in all human communities. The child’sneed to play remains the same in the world over. Common to all children, the universal character of this childhood culture has something to do with the imagination, resourcefulness, inventiveness and adaptability, which each child brings to bear upon