How do you introduce your children to fractions? To do so, we will begin with a story. Please grab an apple, and a knife, and tell your children the following story. Ask him/her to cut the apple as the story evolves. Helpful tip, I encourage you to change the names of the children in the […]
We know the importance of having a daily rhythm, especially in this circumstance that we need to stay at home. Today is the day you will get your daily rhythm created and mapped out! We are going to help you. We are sharing with you this article where you will find great ideas and tips […]
Stories live in us, they become us. When we think about our favorite books as children there is a part of us that wants to both claim that story as our favorite and share it with others. The stories that we hold so dear and carry within us also shape us. It could be as […]
Math has a quality and quantity part. For math to come alive, it is important that the children understand the quality of the four different processes of math first and then we can introduce the quality side. The following story is one way to introduce them to the different quality of each process. Deep, […]
Our objective with reading should not be only for them to learn how to read but to LOVE reading. So they become life long learners. Before we go into reading, it is important to know how human beings started to write. Hans Tholken, who taught in Trinus, makes us go back in time and says […]
You will need: Wooden circle Nails or tacks Hammer Pencil Marker Yarn Draw a circle with a pencil. The easiest way is to make a mark with a marker at 12 and 6 o´clock. Place four marks evenly in the two halves. Then number the marks starting at 0 at the 12 o´clock mark […]
What is the role of adults in the lives of children? Many times we wonder about this. How are we disciplining them when they do not make the right choice? Here are some tips suggested by «Love and Logic Institute» an entity created during the early 1980s to research the area of discipline and behavior […]
Written by Sarah Baldwin from Bella Luna Toys When I am asked by a new acquaintance what I do for a living, I explain that I am a former Waldorf teacher and that sell and share my love of Waldorf toys. I am frequently met with a blank stare, in which case I know that more […]
By Tahnee Moore If you haven’t yet created a nature table with your children this is the perfect time to begin. The nature table is an ongoing project that connects us to the seasons and what is happening in nature. It is a place to cultivate reverence and wonder. To inspire and add beauty. We […]
Today we want to share with you why repeating a story to children becomes so important. Believe me, they want to hear it again. I am sure you have heard a child say, “Tell it again!” As mentioned by Sarah Baldwin in her blog, sometimes we forget how much children love repetition. It gives […]
