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Waldorf 101 - Free Online Class
Would you like to convert your classroom or home to a Waldorf home or classroom? Would you like to know the meaning behind some of the Waldorf activities? I created a packet for the Waldorf parents at my school ten years ago to help them understand what the essence of Waldorf is and what the meaning behind the activities we did at school were. Each week we discussed a different topic from the handout. I called this class "Waldorf 101", because it was a series I designed especially for new Waldorf parents to help get them started on the Waldorf path. You can click on the topic you want to read about or you can click on the first topic and then click on "next page" after each article to take the mini courses in order. This is a free online class. If you want an organized copy of these files to distribute to your parent group, classes or co-op you can download this as an E-book, Video AND audio file (all three) for only $7.50. The video and audio include some extra details.
Philosophy
Waldorf Philosophy
Parent Child Modeling
The Importance of Free Play
Curriculum & Rhythm
Rhythm & Stages in Waldorf Education
Summary of the Needs and Rhythms of Each Age from Preschool to Grade Eight
Specific Lessons and Themes Each Year – Preschool to Grade Eight
The Rhythm of the Day
The Rhythm of the Month
Lesson Blocks
The Rhythm of the Year
Breathing In, Breathing Out & Baking Bread
Materials
Natural Toys, Clothing & Materials
Stories
The Wisdom of Fairytales
Art
Waldorf Art
Handiwork
Handiwork and Math
Spirituality
Religion and Spirituality in Waldorf Education
Celebrations
Waldorf Celebrations
The Waldorf Birthday Story
Verses
Basic Verses
Temperaments
Temperaments in Education
Music
Pentatonic Music in Waldorf Education
Teacher Tasks
Meditation and Inner Work
Educating the Teacher/Parent
Modern Media & Resources
Waldorf and Television
Waldorf Philosophy
Parent Child Modeling
The Importance of Free Play
Curriculum & Rhythm
Rhythm & Stages in Waldorf Education
Summary of the Needs and Rhythms of Each Age from Preschool to Grade Eight
Specific Lessons and Themes Each Year – Preschool to Grade Eight
The Rhythm of the Day
The Rhythm of the Month
Lesson Blocks
The Rhythm of the Year
Breathing In, Breathing Out & Baking Bread
Materials
Natural Toys, Clothing & Materials
Stories
The Wisdom of Fairytales
Art
Waldorf Art
Handiwork
Handiwork and Math
Spirituality
Religion and Spirituality in Waldorf Education
Celebrations
Waldorf Celebrations
The Waldorf Birthday Story
Verses
Basic Verses
Temperaments
Temperaments in Education
Music
Pentatonic Music in Waldorf Education
Teacher Tasks
Meditation and Inner Work
Educating the Teacher/Parent
Modern Media & Resources
Waldorf and Television

