Waldorf Block: G4: Fourth Grade Handwork
The Earthschooling Waldorf fourth grade handwork block builds crafting skills, confidence, and connection. This block immerses students in the world of fiber arts, focusing primarily on cross-stitch and embroidery. This engaging block is designed to cultivate a range of essential skills and foster a deep connection to the creative process. This block includes: Fourth Grade Handwork with Living Lessons PRINTED PDF of Handwork Plus the following Living Lessons: Handwork Living Lessons with Teacher Megan Making a Wet Felted Bowl: Video Making a Wet Felted Picture: Video Handwork Lessons with Waldorf Teacher Mellie Knitting a Hedgehog, Video 1 Knitting a Hedgehog, Video 2 Sewing an Embroidered Pouch: Video 1 Sewing an Embroidered Pouch: Video 2 Sewing an Embroidered Pouch: Video 3 Wet-on-Wet and Wet-on-Dry Watercolor with Various Teachers Pretty Pumpkin Painting by Teacher Nicole: Video Painting Poppies with Teacher Nicole: Video
Waldorf Fourth Grade Handwork Block: Crafting Skills, Confidence, and Connection
The Earthschooling Waldorf fourth grade handwork block immerses students in the world of fiber arts, focusing primarily on cross-stitch and embroidery. This engaging block is designed to cultivate a range of essential skills and foster a deep connection to the creative process.
Key Activities and Projects:
- Cross-Stitch: Students develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through the intricate movements of cross-stitching. They learn to work with a sharp needle and master the specific Waldorf cross-stitch technique, which involves crossing the midline with each stitch. This technique, along with knotted form drawings and other activities, supports mathematical understanding by engaging midline work.
- Embroidery: Students explore the artistic potential of embroidery by creating symmetrical and unique designs. They work with color theory, choosing color families to create harmonious and eye-catching pieces.
- Useful Everyday Objects: The projects often culminate in the creation of practical and beautiful items, such as bookmarks, pincushions, and book bags.
- Color Theory and Design: Students learn to make thoughtful decisions about color choices and design elements, developing their aesthetic sense.
Benefits and Learning Outcomes:
- Fine Motor Skills and Dexterity: Working with needles and thread strengthens the small muscles in the hands and fingers, which has been shown to support brain development.
- Concentration and Focus: The rhythmic nature of cross-stitch and embroidery helps students develop sustained attention and concentration.
- Mathematical Concepts: Projects incorporating symmetry, mirroring patterns, and working with grids implicitly reinforce concepts like fractions.
- Problem-Solving and Perseverance: Students learn to identify and correct mistakes, fostering resilience and a sense of accomplishment.
- Creativity and Self-Expression: The ability to choose colors and design patterns allows students to express their individuality and develop their artistic voice.
- Connection to Materials and the Environment: Working with natural fibers like wool and cotton encourages a sense of gratitude for the earth's gifts.
The Earthschooling Waldorf fourth grade handwork block offers a unique and enriching experience, helping students develop important practical skills, cultivate their creativity, and build confidence through the tangible act of making something beautiful and useful.
This block includes:
Fourth Grade Handwork with Living Lessons
PRINTED PDF of Handwork Plus the following Living Lessons:
Handwork Living Lessons with Teacher Megan
Making a Wet Felted Bowl: Video
Making a Wet Felted Picture: Video
Handwork Lessons with Waldorf Teacher Mellie
Knitting a Hedgehog, Video 1
Knitting a Hedgehog, Video 2
Sewing an Embroidered Pouch: Video 1
Sewing an Embroidered Pouch: Video 2
Sewing an Embroidered Pouch: Video 3
Wet-on-Wet and Wet-on-Dry Watercolor with Various Teachers
Pretty Pumpkin Painting by Teacher Nicole: Video
Painting Poppies with Teacher Nicole: Video
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
Fourth Grade Handwork Lessons
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StartWritten Lessons for Fourth Grade Handwork Block (37:04)
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StartIntroduction to Sculpture and Clay (6:08)
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StartSculpture & Clay: Lesson One: Beginning Clay Work and Sculpture for Fourth Grade (6:08)
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StartSculpture & Clay: Lesson Two: Making a Goose or Bird Out of Modeling Clay (2:31)
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StartSculpture & Clay: Lesson Three: Making a Bird and Nest (3:54)
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StartSculpture & Clay: Lesson Four: Making a Modeling Clay Star(fish) (3:40)
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StartSculpture & Clay: Lesson Five: Making a Modeling Clay Beaver (2:26)
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StartFelting Lesson One: Creating a 3D Felted Sheep with Teacher Meagan (35:39)
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StartFelting Lesson Two: Creating a Wet Felted Picture: Prairie Scene (26:22)
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StartFelting Lesson Three: Making a Wet Felted Bowl (27:49)
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StartKnitting Lesson One: How to Knit a Horse/Unicorn: Part 1 (9:24)
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StartKnitting Lesson Two: How to Knit a Horse/Unicorn: Part 2 (7:43)
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StartKnitting Lesson Three: How to Knit a Horse/Unicorn: Part 3 (8:08)
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StartKnitting Lesson Four: How to Knit a Horse/Unicorn: Part 4 (11:41)
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StartKnitting Lesson Five: Knitting a Hedgehog: Lesson 1 (7:57)
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StartKnitting Lesson Six: Knitting a Hedgehog: Lesson 2 (21:55)
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StartSewing: Lesson One: Sewing an Embroidered Pouch: Lesson 1 (20:23)
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StartSewing: Lesson Two: Sewing an Embroidered Pouch: Lesson 2 (12:17)
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StartSewing: Lesson Three: Sewing an Embroidered Pouch: Lesson 3 (8:01)
Fourth Grade Supplemental Art Lessons
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StartWritten Lessons for Fourth Grade Art Block (21:01)
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StartLesson One: How to Make a Dream Catcher (20:30)
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StartLesson Two: A Pretty Pumpkin Painting with Teacher Nicole (7:53)
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StartLesson Three: Fourth Grade Wet-on-Wet Watercolor Tutorial: Loki (Norse Mythology) (14:43)
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StartLesson Four: Painting Poppies (35:53)
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StartLesson Five: Fourth Grade Wet-on-Dry Watercolor Tutorial: Part One (Death of Balder: Norse Scene with Balder, Hodur, and Loki) (14:42)
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StartLesson Six: Fourth Grade Wet-on-Dry Watercolor Tutorial: Part Two (Death of Balder: Norse Scene with Balder, Hodur, and Loki) (12:19)
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StartLesson Seven: Drawing with Block Crayons for Stories (10:19)
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StartLesson Eight: Drawing Human Movement with Block Crayons (15:45)
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StartLesson Nine: Creating Landscapes with Block Crayons (19:01)
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StartLesson Ten: Drawing Animals with Block Crayons (16:11)
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StartLesson Eleven: Drawing Constellations with Block Crayons (24:31)
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StartLesson Twelve: A Norse Mythology Block Crayon Drawing (20:16)
Frequently Asked Questions
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