G1: First Grade Waldorf Speciality Curriculum Living Lessons (Eurythmy, Music, Handwork, Art)
Once you click ENROLL, AfterPay, Affirm, and Klarna payment plan options will be shown. Nurture a love of learning through experiential education! Waldorf first grade marks the exciting transition into formal schooling, focusing on nurturing a deep love for learning and fostering well-rounded individuals. In contrast to traditional educational models, Waldorf first grade emphasizes a holistic approach that integrates academics with artistic expression, movement, and a strong connection to the natural world.
Waldorf First Grade: Nurturing a Love of Learning through Experiential Education
Waldorf first grade marks the exciting transition into formal schooling, focusing on nurturing a deep love for learning and fostering well-rounded individuals. In contrast to traditional educational models, Waldorf first grade emphasizes a holistic approach that integrates academics with artistic expression, movement, and a strong connection to the natural world.
Key Characteristics and Benefits:
- Experiential and Age-Appropriate Learning: Learning is hands-on, engaging, and tailored to the child's developmental stage.
- Emphasis on Rhythm and Routine: Structured yet flexible routines, including movement activities and outdoor play, provide grounding and support for children, especially beneficial for those with ADHD.
- Creative, Hands-On Curriculum: Waldorf first grade prioritizes creative activities, imagination, and practical learning.
- Fairy Tales and Stories: Fairy tales, folk tales, and nature stories serve as the foundation for learning, introducing letters, numbers, and fostering imagination.
- Integration of Arts and Academics: Artistic endeavors, such as painting, drawing, music, and eurythmy, are woven into the curriculum, enhancing learning and supporting holistic development.
- Focus on Social and Emotional Growth: Teachers foster social cohesion, empathy, and self-awareness, creating a supportive environment for developing healthy relationships.
- Building Foundational Skills: Students learn basic literacy and numeracy skills, laying the groundwork for future academic success.
- Cultivating Lifelong Learning: Waldorf first grade aims to ignite a passion for learning that extends beyond the classroom.
Why Choose Earthschooling Waldorf First Grade?
- Whole Child Development: Waldorf education fosters intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth.
- Preparation for Life: Waldorf graduates are well-prepared for higher education and for navigating the complexities of the world.
- Nurturing Environment: Waldorf schools provide a caring and supportive environment where children can thrive.
In Waldorf first grade, children engage in activities such as:
- Movement and Circle Time: Rhythmic movement, songs, and games
- Form Drawing: Preparing for writing and exploring spatial concepts
- Stories and Language Arts: Hearing and retelling fairy tales, and introducing letters and writing
- Mathematics: Exploring numbers and basic arithmetic through stories and hands-on activities
- Nature Study: Experiential learning through nature walks and observation
- Painting: Exploring colors and artistic expression through wet-on-wet watercolor painting
- Handwork: Developing fine motor skills through activities like knitting
- Music: Singing and playing simple instruments like the pentatonic flute
If you're seeking an educational approach that values creativity, movement, and a deep connection to learning, Earthschooling Waldorf first grade offers a rich and transformative experience for your child.
Your Instructor
A class designated as being taught by The BEarth Institute may involve multiple teachers. You can learn more about all of our teachers here: https://earthschooling.info/thebearthinstitute/about-us/gallery-3/
Classes that involve multiple teachers are as follows:
- Preschool & Kindergarten: Amy Cho and Safia Mandil (Stories, Crafts, and Circle Time)
- First Grade: Mellie Lonneman & Nicole Martinez (Main Lessons) & Mellie Lonneman, Rick Tan, Diane Power, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, Michelle Prindle, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
- Second Grade: Mellie Lonneman & Simone Blanchard (Main Lessons) & Mellie Lonneman, Diane Power, Rick Tan, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
- Third Grade: Mellie Lonneman & Amy Williams & Joy Cowburn (Main Lessons) & Mellie Lonneman, Rick Tan, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
- Fourth Grade: Mellie Lonneman & Nicole Martinez (Main Lessons) & Mellie Lonneman, Rick Tan, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, Dan Prindle, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
- Fifth Grade: Nicholas Andrea (Main Lessons) & Mellie Lonneman, Rick Tan, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, Dan Prindle, Catherine Allegretti, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
- Sixth Grade: Nicholas Andrea (Main Lessons) & Mellie Lonneman, Rick Tan, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, Dan Prindle, Robyn Beaufoy, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
- Seventh Grade: Stephanie Packer & Danielle Gair (Main Lessons) & Mellie Lonneman, Rick Tan, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, Dan Prindle, Catherine Allegretti, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
- Eighth Grade: Nicholas Andrea (Main Lessons) & Mellie Lonneman, Rick Tan, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, Dan Prindle, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
- Ninth Grade: Stephanie Packer, Natasha Sherwood, Kerry Burke, Dr. Chris Deason, Danielle Gair, Nicholas Andrea (Main Lessons) & Mellie Lonneman, Rick Tan, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, Dan Prindle, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
- Tenth Grade: Rachel Solt, Stephanie Packer, Natasha Sherwood, Kerry Burke, Dr. Chris Deason, Danielle Gair, Nicholas Andrea (Main Lessons) & Mellie Lonneman, Rick Tan, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, Michelle Prindle, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
- Eleventh Grade: Stephanie Packer, Danielle Gair, Mohsina Mandil (Main Lessons) & Mellie Lonneman, Rick Tan, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
- Twelfth Grade: Stephanie Packer, Mohsina Mandil & Mellie Lonneman, Rick Tan, Janet Walker, Megan Hammer, Cynthia Hansen, Brian Wolfe, and Kristie Burns (Music, Art, Handwork & Eurythmy)
Course Curriculum
First Grade Handwork Lessons
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StartIntroduction
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StartWritten Lessons for First Grade Handwork Block: Block Format
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StartLesson One: How to Make a Crayon Wrap (9:00)
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StartLesson Two: Window Stars (5:05)
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StartLesson Three: Poinsettia Craft (11:21)
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StartLesson Four: Holiday Ornament Making (4:23)
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StartLesson Five: Making a Goose from Clay (2:31)
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StartLesson Six: Making a Modeling Clay Star (3:40)
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StartLesson Seven: Making a Modeling Clay Gnome (3:31)
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StartLesson Eight: Making a Modeling Clay Heart (1:51)
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StartLesson Nine: Making a Modeling Clay Beaver (2:26)
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StartLesson Ten: Making a Bird and a Nest (3:54)
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StartLesson Eleven: Making a Clay Shell (2:20)
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StartLesson Twelve: Making Story Characters with Clay (1:11)
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StartLesson Thirteen: Sewing Stars (28:20)
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StartLesson Fourteen: Wet Felting a Pumpkin (16:22)
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StartLesson Fifteen: 3D Felted Balls and Acorns (19:42)
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StartLesson Sixteen: Introduction to Beeswax Modeling (18:08)
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StartLesson Seventeen: Basics of Finger-Knitting (2:54)
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StartLesson Eighteen: Finger-Knit Flowers (8:44)
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StartLesson Nineteen: How to Knit (Make a Rabbit, Rectangle, Learn Basics) (20:29)
First Grade Handwork from Teacher Safia Mandil
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First Grade Music Lessons
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StartIntroduction to First Grade Music
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StartWritten Lessons for First Grade Music Block: Block Format
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StartMp3s for all Earthschooling Monthly Circle Time Verses
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StartLesson One: Introduction to the KinderLyre (2:22)
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StartLesson Two: August Circle Time (21:47)
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StartLesson Three: September Circle Time (17:03)
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StartLesson Four: October Circle Time (22:16)
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StartLesson Five: November Circle Time (23:47)
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StartLesson Six: December Circle Time (21:25)
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StartLesson Seven: January Circle Time (17:04)
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StartLesson Eight: February Circle Time (22:25)
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StartLesson Nine: March Circle Time (24:35)
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StartLesson Ten: April Circle Time (28:56)
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StartLesson Eleven: May Circle Time (26:26)
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StartLesson Twelve: June Circle Time (21:39)
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StartLesson Thirteen: July Circle Time (20:07)
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StartLesson Fourteen: Extra Circle Time with Teacher Nicole (2:44)
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StartLesson Fifteen: Introduction to Pentatonic Recorder (9:36)
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StartLesson Sixteen: First Lessons for the Pentatonic Recorder (10:28)
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StartLesson Seventeen: Ongoing Lessons for the Pentatonic Recorder: Set 1
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StartLesson Eighteen: Ongoing Lessons for the Pentatonic Recorder: Set 2
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StartLesson Nineteen: Ongoing Lessons for the Pentatonic Recorder: Set 3
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StartLesson Twenty: Sheet Music & Mp3s for the Pentatonic Recorder
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.