Ask any Waldorf educator and they will tell you that routine and rhythm are the foundations of a healthy and joyful early childhood program. By following these two principles you can ensure your child is set up for a much smoother transition to preschool and kindergarten. It really only requires that families think about three… Read More »
The Waldorf Academy Magic Market 2022 – May 1-7 The auction will be ready for viewing in late April, and live for bidding from May 1-7. Stay tuned! Preparations are underway for the launch of Waldorf Academy’s second Magic Market online silent auction! Here is just a tiny peek of a few of the items… Read More »
Dear Waldorf Academy Families, As we continue to follow the evolving situation in Ukraine, we offer our heartfelt sympathy and support to the people impacted by the events unfolding in Eastern Europe. In response to the war in Ukraine, we are reminded of the Waldorf mission and purpose that can serve as support for transformation and social renewal. We also understand… Read More »
February 26, 2022 @ 10AM to Noon. Explore our classrooms, gymnasium, library and woodworking room with a member of our grade school faculty. This in-person tour complements the Grades 1-8 virtual tour. Registration fills up fast! RSVP to book your 20-minute guided tour and save the date.
Innovative Teaching Strategies: The Main Lesson Overview: In most educational models the vehicle for teaching is contained within a class period, usually 40 minutes, and the focus is on one subject such as math, music, and science. Waldorf Academic, Roberto Trostli writes, “When Rudolf Steiner inaugurated the first Waldorf school, he established the “main lesson”—a… Read More »
Every year, around this time of changing seasons, Waldorf Academy students engage in a soulful Lantern Walk. Moving from long-lit days of summer to shorter, cooler days of fall, the Lantern Walk marks seasonal change through light and dark; and we illuminate the beauty of this quieter time through a soulful Lantern Walk in nature.… Read More »
It might sound counterintuitive to think of an urban school providing a hands-on outdoor education focused on building a lifelong relationship with the natural world. But that’s exactly what happens at Waldorf Academy. Our heart-of-Toronto campus features ample outdoor play space, where children from the youngest ages up to our oldest students spend time every… Read More »
There is always reason and wisdom behind the progression and focus of Waldorf pedagogy. Each subject is designed to reach a child where he or she is at that moment in their physical, emotional, and spiritual development. In grade five, the Waldorf student encounters botany.
There is always reason and wisdom behind the progression and focus of Waldorf pedagogy. Each subject is designed to reach a child where he or she is at that moment in their physical, emotional, and spiritual development. In grade five, the Waldorf student encounters botany.
There is always reason and wisdom behind the progression and focus of Waldorf pedagogy. Each subject is designed to reach a child where he or she is at that moment in their physical, emotional, and spiritual development. In grade five, the Waldorf student encounters botany.
Since Fall 2020, the Grade 8 students have been independently researching an interest or passion. Over two evenings this March, their explorations will culminate in presentations they make to our school community: Tuesday, March 2nd and Wednesday, March 3rd! These projects are a rite of passage and fixture in the grade eight year at Waldorf… Read More »
This February, in honour of #BlackHistoryMonth365, our school store has created a collection to highlight books and products – already in our catalogue – that showcase black characters and stories, and celebrate our many languages and differences. It’s a small beginning, but part of a continuous effort alongside our Faculty who are celebrating lives lived,… Read More »
Feb 26, 2022 Grades 1-8 Open House Register Here The day begins in a grade one Waldorf classroom with bouncing balls. Students rise and form a circle around the classroom. Each child holds a small rubber ball in hand. The teacher initiates counting, whether simple numerical ascent or in fractions or sequences, and the children… Read More »
Why do we care so much about our children’s growing dependence on devices? The recent Netflix movie, The Social Dilemma, looks at the manipulative intent of social media and our growing dependency on digital connections. As children discover social media at increasingly younger ages, their dependence can negatively affect their ability to build healthy human… Read More »
The Hero’s Project is a pivotal moment for the middle-school student, when he or she researches and identifies a man or woman they deem a hero and begin their own journey of writing and learning about this person’s evolution of overcoming and meeting challenges.
“Around the house” Trick-or-Treating A solution for Halloween during Covid by Robyn Stevan When my girls were little, Halloween was such a favourite holiday, that one year for a Halloween party, I rigged an “around the house” trick-or-treating with all of the dolls and animals “handing out treats” behind different doors. The girls then “travelled”… Read More »
As a young family, you have the wonderful opportunity of sharing traditions passed down and new traditions that are meaningful to your family. Waldorf educator and author of Heaven on Earth, Sharifa Oppenheimer, refers to this as creating your family star. Find her books and so much more at our school store to help you… Read More »
https://www.slideshare.net/secret/ceHnorEcXCEg3 https://waldorfacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Research-Diversity-Evening-Transcription.pdf Admissions Manager, Jennifer Deathe presented to the community on September 24, 2020, highlights of her research focusing on the interviews with diverse parents and faculty and key findings in her academic research. There is a link to a slide share of the evening’s presentation and a pdf of the presentation but it does… Read More »
Wrapped in Love & Warmth During the 9-Year Change: the story of one family’s embracing of this pivotal time in childhood. Waldorf Education is based in the developmental stages of childhood, with attention to pivotal times like the 9-year change. The curriculum is dictated by how children develop emotionally, physically, and spiritually at every stage… Read More »
Waldorf Academy teachers rose to the challenge presented by the coronavirus pandemic earlier this year, pivoting their very in-person pedagogy to a smooth, engaging remote learning model. As we prepare to return to school in-person this fall, in very different ways than we are used to, our faculty reflect on what worked and best practices… Read More »
Rudolf Steiner, the man whose principles led to the creation of Waldorf Education, once said, “The healthy social life is found when in the mirror of each human soul, the whole community finds its reflection, and when in the community, the strength of each human soul is living.” At Waldorf Academy, we take these words… Read More »
Parent Julia Wyncoll Thank you for being given the honour to speak. My speech benefits from the guidance of a number of parents as we worked to collectively envision and try to put words to you as students. Thank you to my fellow parents for being the wind at my back. Good morning graduating class… Read More »
When David Knight (Class of 2005) reflects on his time at Waldorf Academy, from grade 1 through grade 8, he remembers “the intimacy and the one-on-one time approach.” And, he remembers staying with the same class throughout the years. “You learn together,” he says. “I’ve stayed connected with my teachers.” Before the pandemic, David frequently… Read More »
While Waldorf schools typically do not encourage screen time for young children, the past few months have been extenuating circumstances where we’ve had to make exceptions simply to get through the days. About 3 billion people are locked down worldwide, with nearly 90 percent of students cut off from school, according to UNICEF. With parents… Read More »
A grade 3 photo of Uma in a play on Moses https://www.ccdt.org/single-post/2020/05/06/Uma-Roberts-Makes-the-Most-of-Every-Opportunity We couldn’t have been more delighted to see Waldorf Academy alumna, Uma Roberts, featured in the Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre’s Blog this week. Uma shares her experiences as a dancer and particularly the impact of the pandemic on her dance plans. Uma Roberts joined the Young… Read More »
Humans are social beings, used to communing in-person with others, so the current stay-at-home situation to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus has impacted all of us in different ways. For more introverted individuals, this quiet time in our homes may be welcome. For more extroverted folks, however, this may be increasingly difficult, which… Read More »
Humans are social beings, used to communing in-person with others, so the current stay-at-home situation to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus has impacted all of us in different ways. For more introverted individuals, this quiet time in our homes may be welcome. For more extroverted folks, however, this may be increasingly difficult, which… Read More »
We find ourselves in an odd and uncertain time, as Toronto families shelter-in-place to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. This means parents are working from home, and children are off school, but continuing their learning remotely. While at first this change might have offered stress in its uncertainty and unfamiliarity, many Toronto… Read More »
There is a movement to display rainbows- which symbolize peace and serenity, hope and promise- in our windows at home to bring light and connection to all who walk by. Waldorf window stars have long been a favorite way to brighten our classrooms and homes, and in rainbow colors, we love how they contribute to… Read More »
CBC Radio March 19, 2020: Waldorf Academy student, Ayla, shares an activity that keeps her busy while at home on CBC’s Ontario Today with Rita Celli. “Hunting for deer antlers; scavenger hunts; keeping a coronavirus diary; painting bedroom furniture; playing guitar. If your kids are bored, these kids have all kinds of ideas.” Ayla starts… Read More »
Set The Tone for Your Family Children can sense their parents’ emotional state. It is only natural that parents are feeling overwhelmed, anxious and even angry or sad, but children need their parents to be the captain of the ship – confident and positive! Waldorf kindergarten teachers practice mindfulness techniques because they know that children… Read More »
The parent study group has completed chapter one of The Education of the Child by Rudolf Steiner. Tomorrow’s session will explore an academic research paper published on the ROSE journal, (Research on Steiner Education). 9-10 in the Meadowroom Sign in at the front desk. February 21, 2020 Constructing ‘geo’ – exploring the epistemological frameworks of… Read More »
Summer Camp 2020 Registration Form Junior Camp Imaginative themes, field trips, nature, art, storytelling and healthy snacks! Ages 4-6 (Kindergarten or entering Grade 1). Must be 4 yrs old at time of camp. Week 1 June 15 – 19 Grow Gardens Week 2 June 22 – 27 Indigenous Strawberry Festival Week… Read More »
Four Unique Aspects of a Waldorf Kindergarten: Play based Learning, Pre Academic Experiential Foundations, Sensory Integration, Nature-Based Learning Why does it feel so different, so special, in a Waldorf Kindergarten? There is a peaceful quiet under the hum of activity and focus, the teachers speak and sing softly and the children move about the room with a comfortable… Read More »
The Impact of a School Strike Presents an Opportunity to Explore Waldorf Education Downtown Toronto Waldorf Academy invites families to tour our school on October 10th from 9:30 to 10:15. We can provide in most cases a quick one-week turnaround to have your child back at school. Most of the classes from Kindergarten to grade… Read More »
Today we had the first meeting of our parent study group and it was rich and engaging on so many levels. There were 11 of us and we welcome more parents to join. We are starting at the beginning with The Education of The Child written by Rudolf Steiner in 1909. It is available as… Read More »
Waldorf communities are gathering around the world to mark the anniversary on September 19, 2019. In honour of the Waldorf hundred year celebration, we will be combining aspects of the curriculum night with the anniversary as well on September 19th. The event begins at 6:30 pm in the gym at 250 Madison and will end… Read More »
Dear Community, In honour of the Waldorf Hundred Year Anniversary, we welcome you to participate in a Parent Study Group. Dates: September 13 October 4 November 8 December 13 Time: 9 – 10:00 am Where: Meadowroom of the Waldorf Academy – Please sign in at the front desk. Our Parent Study Group is warmly open… Read More »
Hello from your School Store I wanted to showcase the selection of beautiful dolls available. All are handmade from natural materials, and stuffed with wool. The smaller ones are posable, and ideal for a dollhouse, or a nature corner. These photos show only a few of the skin tones, and sizes available, but certainly give… Read More »
When your child wants something sweet in their lunch box, these are the perfect solution for a healthy snack on the go. Packed with filling muesli, delicious spices, and prunes and honey for sweetness, these crunchy balls are a perfect snack in the morning, afternoon and after school. Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups nut-free toasted muesli… Read More »
Parent & Child Program Waldorf 100 Special Offer $100 (18 months – 3.5 years) 9:30-11:30am Registration form here: Parent & Tot Summer 2019 Please register at info@waldorfacademy.org The Summer Parent & Child program, led by Robyn Stevan, offers families a place to come together twice a week in a supportive learning community. Designed for… Read More »
The ideas of Rudolf Steiner, an Austrian philosopher from the turn of the last century, are what guide the learning environment here Waldorf Academy Toronto. One of these includes his theory of esoteric development. In earlier articles, we covered the first two steps: control of thought and control of will; the next is equanimity. Who… Read More »
Resilience is a buzzword that has been around a few years now, but it’s an important one, because it recognizes that there will always be obstacles that need to be overcome, and what’s important is how we react to them. Here at Waldorf Academy, a Toronto Waldorf school, we don’t judge failure, but learn from… Read More »
The original ‘Renaissance Man’ was Leonardo DaVinci – a man who was as learned in the arts and painting as he was in math, science and invention. He recognized them all to be creative endeavours in their own way, and considered this well-rounded approach to be crucial to unlocking his talents in each individual field.… Read More »
Here at our Toronto Waldorf school, we incorporate some very forward-thinking learning practices into our curriculum, and mindfulness is one of them. The Waldorf Academy is a Toronto private middle school that follows the teaching theory of the early 20th century Austrian scholar Rudolf Steiner. Though mindfulness as a concept wasn’t yet popularized in the… Read More »
The Internet is an incredibly powerful tool that doesn’t really come with an instruction manual, but is absolutely necessary in today’s digital age. Gone are the days when we can raise our children in a screen-free environment and expect them to be healthy, functioning adults. Instead, parents and educators have to work together to ensure… Read More »
In the first part of this two-part article about Waldorf schools, we looked at the curriculum and philosophy of a Waldorf education, and what makes our schools so unique. Here, we’ll explore the background of Rudolf Steiner who created the Waldorf schools. We’ll also take a closer look at some aspects of our curriculum, including… Read More »
School. It’s where children spend a large portion of their time every day, and the environment of a particular school can set the stage for the rest of a child’s life. If you are looking at private elementary schools in Toronto, have you considered Waldorf Academy? Keep reading to learn more about a Waldorf Education… Read More »
Waldorf Academy is a Toronto private school that provides an alternate – but proven – education to children with the goal of turning out mature, considerate global citizens by the end of their time with us. For the past six years, Everlasting Tree School has been doing the same thing, and so we founded a… Read More »
April 7, 2019 Bernd Ruf Waldorf-Inspired Emergency Pedagogy A First-Aid for The Soul BERND RUF is the Author of Educating Traumatized Children and the creator of EMERGENCY PEDAGOGY. 9 am – 10:30 am Lecture 1 Break 10:45 am – 12:15 pm Lecture 2 Break 1:30 pm – 3pm Lecture 3 Learn more about this… Read More »
The rose ceremonies that are held annually at the Waldorf Academy in Toronto are unique to the Waldorf system and are powerful moments recognizing the potential of students as they journey through their lives. Moments such as welcomes and farewells are precious, and demand observing; our formal embracing of these moments are an integral part… Read More »
Physics is an important class for students, because it helps them make sense of the world around them and how it functions. At the Waldorf Academy in Toronto, we approach it differently than at your local public school, but the theory behind our curriculum is such that it takes advantage of the abilities of the… Read More »
Michaelmas is an annual pageant at the Waldorf Academy, and celebrated by Waldorf schools around the world for its seasonality and symbolism. Why Does Waldorf Celebrate Michaelmas? Waldorf schools around the world will celebrate Michaelmas because it is a reminder that the dragon and the saint are both within us, the dragon representing cold rationality… Read More »
Class plays are a longstanding tradition at Waldorf schools around the world, including the Waldorf Academy in Toronto. Most schools will put on a school play that students audition for only if they have the interest in drama and the arts. At Waldorf, however, each class will put on its own play, and each student… Read More »
The Waldorf education is far different than what you’ll find in a local public school. At our Toronto Waldorf Academy, kids are given the space to explore their environment; this means that our students grow into who they want to be, not who we think they should be. To give you a little idea about how… Read More »
“Everyone” knows that young children pick up new languages more easily, right? Well, another language children learn inherently is music, and we adults have much to learn from how children exist musically, and how their still-developing bodies produce beautiful and pure sounds. Waldorf Academy, a private preschool in midtown Toronto, is well-known for its unique… Read More »
Ever imagined having Chris Hadfield as a mentor? For Finn, one hard-working student at Waldorf, a private elementary school in Toronto, Ontario, this is exactly who he had mentor him for his final eighth grade project. Chris Hadfield is only one of many famous and influential mentors who have generously donated their time to our… Read More »
The outdoor world is a natural playground that encourages children to maximize creativity and connect with nature. It is incredibly important for children to learn how to have a mutually beneficial relationship with the great outdoors. A necessary part of this relationship is ensuring you do not inadvertently leave a negative impact when exploring. This… Read More »
Do you remember going to play outside as a child with your neighbourhood friends? Running around until the streetlights came on, with no real structure to it – one day it was a game of “tag” in the park, the next you were drawing hopscotch and tic-tac-toe all over the sidewalk with sidewalk chalk. Your… Read More »
The years leading up to becoming a teenager are important for development. Facing puberty, hormonal and physical changes, and really learning who they are going to be as a person. At Waldorf Academy, a Toronto grade 7 alternative school, we believe that camping is important in helping develop young minds at this critical age, and… Read More »
Camping. Getting in touch with nature, exploring the great outdoors, and “unplugging” for a while sounds like a great idea, but for those who have never done it before it may seem overwhelming. At Waldorf Academy, we believe teaching kids about camping so they gain an appreciation for it from a young age, and hopefully… Read More »
\We’ve all heard of lunar and solar eclipses. But what exactly is happening in the sky when we witness these celestial events? And how does this connect us to the greater world around us, and to each other? Here at Waldorf Academy, a Keep reading to find out more. What Is A Lunar Eclipse? A… Read More »
As adults, we think about stress all the time. Stress about paying the bills. Stress about looming deadlines at work. Stress about whether our kids are getting the best possible education. Which is why the Waldorf Academy, a Toronto elementary private school, has some tips for you and your children to reduce the stress in… Read More »
“Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything.” -Plato “Music can change the world because it can change people.” -Bono, U2 From thousands of years ago, to present day, the power of music has always… Read More »
Nature or Seasonal Table is a table or a shelf in your home where, together with your child, you craft beautiful scenes that reflect the rhythms of the seasons outside. The benefits of this practice include: contributing to healthy childhood development, combating nature deficit disorder and cultivating the bonds of your family. SEVEN NATURE TABLE SUCCESS TIPS… Read More »
It’s becoming more and more common to see education delivered through a screen of some kind, but it’s not the only way, or even the best way. The Waldorf Academy is a Toronto elementary grade one private school that upholds the assertion that hands-on, experiential learning is a far preferable and effective learning method. Screen-based… Read More »
Think back to the last time you made something with your own hands – whether it was a nice dinner or an oak cabinet – and consider the satisfaction you felt when you got to experience the fruits of your labours. Children get the same joy from creating something that has function and purpose, but… Read More »
Storytelling has been around for probably as long as humans have, and it’s also part of the reason human are still around. The first storytelling we can date is the cave paintings from 30,000 years ago, which detailed a tracking and hunting scene, describing how to successfully secure food for the tribe. The Waldorf Academy,… Read More »
Giving certainly doesn’t need to be relegated to the holidays, but the season is a perfect time to practice what you’ve been preaching all year. At the Waldorf Academy, a grade 1 alternative education school, we believe in practicing what we preach, and not only do we focus on creating a space for generosity, we… Read More »
Music lessons. You’ve heard enrolling your child to learn to play an instrument can have beneficial effects on their growth and development. You see the neighbour’s gifted kids getting a solo in the school talent show and think “my kid is just as smart and talented, they can learn to do this too.” And then… Read More »
When was the last time you were at a cottage with no wi-fi? Did you miss that screen time? Children are just as fond of their devices as we are, but they are missing out on some important learning by only playing digitally. There have been a number of research studies conducted recently that link… Read More »
The Waldorf educational philosophy strives to develop students’ intellectual, artistic, and practical skills in an integrated and holistic manner by encouraging imagination and creativity in students. The field of biodynamics – which is an ecological, ethical, and holistic approach to farming, gardening, nutrition, and food – has a similar philosophy to the Waldorf educational system.… Read More »
Once you start having children, it’s quite common to reevaluate your lifestyle choices with the lens of “what’s best for my child?” Often times, this includes changing over the products used in the household to all-natural, organic, or non-toxic. Making good choices for our children is a central tenet at the Waldorf Academy, which boasts… Read More »
Waldorf Academy is a Toronto kindergarten private school that is built upon several tenets put forward by Rudolf Steiner back in 1919 which are just as relevant today. The first Waldorf school opened in Germany, but they are now located all over the world, and the philosophy behind the Waldorf education is shared widely amongst… Read More »
CYBER CIVICS: A new course developed by Waldorf teachers offered to our middle school students at Waldorf Academy. Parents and educators can also read their website and keep up to date on trends and resources to help make sure they are being pro-active rather than reactive with their kids and technology. Here is a sample… Read More »
I thank the Waldorf Academy for allowing me to Lazure the entry, lobby and Kindergarten hallway, bringing fresh and enlivening color to these spaces. It was a sincere pleasure working with Matt, Dean, Jennifer, and other members of your community I met throughout your school. Lazure painting is unique to Waldorf circles. The Lazure method,… Read More »
We are actively seeking grade one students that are curious, love art, singing and nature. We are offering an affordable tuition bursary for grade one to ensure those that want to be here can be here. Please contact the Admissions Manager, Jennifer Deathe admissions@waldorfacademy.org to learn more and arrange a tour. 416-962-6447 x 225 The… Read More »
Live theatre at its best and free! Grade 8 is thrilled to present Shakespeare’s Midsummer Nights Dream at Waldorf Academy. The gym has been transformed into a theatre! Come and bring friends and family and be prepared to be in awe of our youth! May 31 11:15 am 7:00 pm June 1 11:15 am 7:00… Read More »
Waldorf Academy is connecting our students with Waldorf students all around the world! We are participating a worldwide postcard exchange initiative to both broaden the global perspective of students and kick-off the 100 year celebration of Waldorf Education planned for 2019. Throughout the current year, students in 1,100 Waldorf schools from greater than 80 countries will… Read More »
Tne unique rite of passage in a student’s final year at Waldorf Academy is the completion of a capstone project, which the students begin working on during the summer preceding eighth grade. The independent projects are very special, in that each student has the chance to study and experience something of his/her own choosing over… Read More »
Kindergarten: The month of February is full of festivals and celebrations connected to loving friendship, family and community. This month we will focus on nurturing and appreciating our friendships, sharing and honouring our family and helping our school community with good and kind deeds. In the Kindergarten, social-emotional awareness, interpersonal skills, communication skills and… Read More »
On Friday we constructed shelters out of snow. Everyone was active — parents and teacher included, down on our hands and knees, scooping snow — working together to make a giant mound of snow, and later digging it out. I worked with one of the student groups and was amazed by their enthusiasm and motivation. One student cheered… Read More »
… perspective drawing by drawing a section of the Waldorf Academy campus. The teacher in grade 7 needs to continue bringing in the Arts in the process of learning the different subjects, in a way that appeals to the new, intellectual approach that the young students now have. The new intellectual and systemic way of… Read More »
This morning, students learned to lift their back thumb off of the flute to make a new note. In grade one, we are continuing to work on learning songs on the pentatonic flute. Stories are told to introduce new songs and flute fingerings. We’re also learning a song called “John Kanakanaka” that incorporates singing and… Read More »
What is a Main Lesson Block? Main Lesson A dedicated two-hour block of time in the morning that is the central academic focus of the day. Students spend a considerable amount of time in the creation of a Main Lesson book. Main Lesson Book Sample of a Grade 2 and Grade 6 main lesson book… Read More »
Over the years at Waldorf Academy we have observed that anxiety in children has increased and is the number one reason for new enrollment in the grades. Anxiety can also increase for a child over the holidays. Here are some tips from Dr.Foxman who has visited the London Waldorf school for parent workshops on anxiety.… Read More »
The Social, Emotional, and Intellectual Benefits of Play When children are happily at play in a kindergarten there is a wonderful hum in the room. A deep sense of well being emanates from the children. This should be reason enough to foster and protect play, but research also points to a number of important gains… Read More »
Activities: Barbeque Candle-dipping Grade 7 Café (funds go to their grade 8 trip) Puppet Shows Sleighbell Boutique Snow Queen Bakery Storytelling Visit the Good Witch Ice Fairy Craft/Activity Woodland Pond Live Music Waldorf Doll Vendor On Sunday, December 3 Waldorf Academy will be hosting our annual WINTER FAIR, our largest community FUNraiser, where the school… Read More »
Please contact Marla Speigel marla.spiegel@gmail.com if you would like her to bid on your behalf this Saturday at the 30th Anniversary gala Click to view Silent Auction Items We are grateful to the community for their generous donations. Please be sure to support their businesses and say thank you! Maryem & Ernie Tollar, Parents of… Read More »
What did Stanford find? Stanford found significantly higher positive student achievement outcomes on standardized state assessments by Waldorf students, greater engagement and significantly lower disciplinary action and truancy. These results held across the subsets of African American, Latino and socioeconomically disadvantaged students. They also accounted for the initial lag owing to the planned Waldorf progression in education.… Read More »
Grade one: Fairytales and Folktales, the world of rich imagery and language. Multicultural fairy tales, folk tales and nature stories full of vivid imagery, collective archetypes and rich vocabulary establish the foundation for the grade one curriculum. The archetypal images and themes found in fairy tales engage the children’s imagination and nurture a relationship with… Read More »
I wanted to let you know how wonderful p.i.n.e was in the snow last week. Leading up to it, many students were apprehensive; there was a lot of complaining about what they thought would be a terribly cold and uncomfortable day, and there were not a few requests that our trip be cancelled. Well, good… Read More »
Grade 5 end of Term 1 update to parents I can not believe how quickly this term has flown by! The children have: Begun junior choir with grade six and learned to play the alto recorder with Ms Hilts Moved through elaborate forms and patterns in eurythmy with Ms Schneider Continued mastering the four processes,… Read More »
We have been crafting our lanterns this week for our lantern walk. Festival crafting with young children is so much more than a finished product. We lay out all of the materials in an inviting way during our free play. We then sit down at the table and begin to slowly craft. The children are free to play and no… Read More »
Screenagers: Building conversation with our children around technology. Join the conversation at Tech Talk Tuesdays Aug 22, 2016 Sample from the tech talk tuesdays As summer break nears its final days and I see the fall frenzy of school-and-everything-else schedules coming my way, I am preparing for the transition. As I envision the back-to-school scene… Read More »