Waldorf First Grade math offers a unique and engaging approach to building a strong foundation in mathematics. It goes beyond rote memorization, focusing on developing a deep sense of number, fostering a love of learning math, and equipping children with the skills to become confident problem-solvers. Join Waldorf teachers Mellie and Nicole on a wonderful math adventure! This block includes “The Basics of Waldorf Math”, “Sixth Sense Math” (First Grade Math Waldorf Style with Extras), and access to all the Main Lesson Book pages for first grade math. You will learn how to teach the four processes of math through traditional gnome stories and original Earthschooling stories, explore numbers and math in a natural and deep sense and much more. This is our most popular lesson block.

Explore the engaging world of Waldorf first grade form drawing, a foundational element of the curriculum designed to build essential skills for young learners. In Earthschooling Waldorf education, learning is a journey that emphasizes a holistic approach, integrating academics with artistic expression and hands-on experiences. Form drawing plays a crucial role in this process, fostering development in multiple areas. This block includes step-by-step instructions for teaching all the basic forms for first grade. It also includes the e-book “Waldorf Form Drawing Basics” and access to all the Main Lesson Book pages for first grade form drawing. This block is laid out in such a way that there is no teacher preparation for the lesson.

Discover the magic of Waldorf second grade math! This unique approach goes beyond rote memorization, focusing on developing a deep and imaginative understanding of numbers through stories, movement, and hands-on activities. Second-grade Earthschooling Waldorf students build upon their foundational math skills from first grade, delving into concepts like place value, mastering columnar addition and subtraction with carrying and borrowing (regrouping), and strengthening their multiplication tables. Join Waldorf teacher Mellie Lonneman on a wonderful adventure through second grade math. Each video includes a main lesson book drawing and chalk board drawing along with some extras. Each Living Lesson set is a complete video course for the block and includes chalkboard drawings, teacher instruction, main lesson book drawings, verses, and more. The exact contents of the block can be found below in the description. Waldorf Teacher Simone provides some extra bonus lessons!

Unlock your child's creativity and fine motor skills with Earthschooling Waldorf's Second Grade Form Drawing! This unique Waldorf curriculum element focuses on the practice of drawing continuous, flowing lines and shapes, designed to nurture your child's emerging sense of balance, rhythm, and spatial awareness. Children in Waldorf education embark on a journey of exploring polarities and symmetries through form drawing. They work with both running forms (repetitive patterns like waves) and mirror forms, where they learn to draw symmetrical patterns on either side of an axis. This emphasis on balance and symmetry reflects the child's developing awareness of duality in the world. This block includes step-by-step instructions for teaching all the basic forms for second grade. It also includes the e-book “Waldorf Form Drawing Basics” and access to all the Main Lesson Book pages for second grade form drawing.

The Earthschooling Waldorf second-grade language arts curriculum is a rich and developmentally appropriate approach designed to ignite a lifelong love of learning and deep literacy in young students. Instead of rushing into abstract decoding, it builds upon the oral language foundation established in first grade through engaging storytelling and imaginative activities.

Deepen your child's moral development and literacy skills with the captivating Earthschooling Waldorf's Second Grade Heroes Block. This engaging curriculum unit, designed for Waldorf second graders, focuses on inspiring stories of heroes and saints from around the world. Through these rich narratives, children will explore themes of courage, perseverance, and ethical conduct. Take this amazing journey with Waldorf teacher Mellie Lonneman as she gently leads the student through the lives of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Ghandi, Wangari Maathai, Black Elk, John Muir, Rachel Carson, and Jane Goodall. Each lesson includes a verse, movement, story, and main lesson book work/image for the student to create. Each video is 40-45 minutes and is a full main lesson. BONUS: This block also includes three handwork videos and 9 bonus videos covering stories from The King of Ireland’s Son.

Dive into the Natural World with Earthschooling Waldorf Second Grade Science! In a Waldorf second-grade classroom, science is a captivating Nature Study main lesson block designed to foster a deep connection with the natural world and ignite a lifelong love of learning. This engaging block focuses on experiential learning, using the natural surroundings as the primary classroom.

The Waldorf second grade curriculum includes a captivating and enriching Saints Block, a key language arts component designed to foster moral development and literacy skills. This block delves into the inspiring stories of saints and other heroic figures from various cultures and traditions, offering children powerful examples of positive human traits and noble deeds. This block provides examples of positive behavior in a secular way. This is not a religious block. Teacher Mellie will take you on an adventure with saints from around the world and from many different cultures. This block is focused on the archetypes within the stories and is not a religious block.

The Waldorf third grade form drawing block is a key element of the Earthschooling Waldorf curriculum, engaging students in a process-oriented artistic practice that supports their overall development. This unique block focuses on the exploration of forms that explore relationships and change, helping children develop a deeper understanding of balance, harmony, and their emerging sense of individuality. Join Waldorf Teacher Mellie and Teacher Amy in this exciting and fun block! This block includes step-by-step instructions for teaching all the basic forms for third grade. It also includes the e-book “Waldorf Form Drawing Basics” and access to all the Main Lesson Book pages for third grade form drawing. This block is laid out in such a way that there is no teacher preparation for the lessons.

The Earthschooling Waldorf third-grade math block is a key part of the curriculum, focused on introducing practical math skills and building a strong number sense in children around the age of nine. This immersive block, often lasting several weeks, integrates mathematics with other subjects and emphasizes a hands-on approach to learning. This lesson block contains everything you need for third grade Waldorf math including insights from Steiner, Main Lesson Book tips, and a daily practice guide. Lessons include double digit multiplication, long division, measuring concepts, time, money and more. This includes access to all the third grade Main Lesson Book math pages.

Explore the Earthschooling Waldorf third-grade farming block, a rich and engaging curriculum that immerses children in the rhythms of the earth and the practical work of farming. This block provides a foundational experience for students, fostering a deep understanding of where food comes from, the importance of sustainable practices, and the interconnectedness of life on a farm. Join teachers Mellie and Amy on a wonderful adventure through the Third Grade Farming and Gardening Block. This is a complete block for third grade. Each Living Lesson set is a complete video course for the block and includes chalkboard drawings, teacher instruction, main lesson book drawings, music, watercolor, and more. The exact contents of the block can be found below in the description.

In Waldorf education, fourth grade marks a significant shift in math instruction. Students, having built a solid foundation in arithmetic in earlier grades, delve into fractions as a core topic. This focus on "parts of a whole" aligns with the fourth grader's developing sense of self and their relationship to the larger world. Fractions through cooking, factoring, long division, weights and measures, reduction and expansion of fractions, insights from Steiner and creative approaches to all concepts. Illustrations included as well as access to all the fourth grade Main Lesson Book pages for math. This block includes ten videos by Waldorf Teacher Nicole Martinez as well as ten additional videos by Waldorf Teacher Mellie Lonneman.

The Waldorf fourth-grade Native American block is a deeply engaging main lesson experience designed to connect students with indigenous cultures, history, and traditions. This block is typically integrated within a broader study of local geography and history, allowing children to develop a strong sense of place and understand the interconnectedness of their surroundings with the lives and histories of indigenous peoples. Our Earthschooling Waldorf block contains lessons on indigenous cultures from around the world including North America (Canada included), Australia, The Middle East, and more! In the first part of this block students will learn about Native American history, indigenous cultures around the world, stories, food, and more. In the second part of the block students will learn about early explorers and colonists.

In Waldorf education, the fourth grade form drawing block marks a significant stage in a student's journey with form drawing. This block builds upon the foundation of movement and form developed in earlier grades, where students explored basic lines, curves, and mirror forms. In fourth grade, the curriculum becomes more intricate and challenging, preparing students for the formal study of geometry in subsequent years. Join Waldorf teachers Mellie Lonneman and Nichole Martinez on a wonderful adventure through fourth grade math. Each video includes a main lesson book drawing and chalk board drawing along with some extras. This is a complete block for fourth grade. Each Living Lesson set is a complete video course for the block and includes chalkboard drawings, teacher instruction, main lesson book drawings, verses, and more. The exact contents of the block can be found below in the description.

This immersive Earthschooling Fourth Grade Waldorf Human and Animal Block, often referred to as Zoology, offers students a unique opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of animals and their intricate relationship to the human being. Through a rich and experiential curriculum, this block fosters a deep connection with the natural world and lays a strong foundation for future scientific study. Join Waldorf teachers Nicole and Mellie on a wonderful adventure through the Fourth Grade Human & Animal Block. This is a complete block for fourth grade. Each Living Lesson set is a complete video course for the block and includes chalkboard drawings, teacher instruction, main lesson book drawings, music, watercolor, and more. The exact contents of the block can be found in the listing.