How to Make Lanterns for Your Lantern Festival
So many styles of lanterns to make and so little time! Here in my family, we've been collecting all of our homemade lanterns over the years from many Lantern Festivals. I love getting them all out and setting them up ... Read More
12 Fall Read Alouds Your Whole Family Will Love
The crisp fall air, some hot apple cider, and a good book! All calling for some "couch time." How lucky we are to be homeschooling where we can cozy up with our children and a great book and call it ... Read More
Best Games for Family Game Night
Years ago, Friday night became family game night at our house. Laughing, sharing, and building memories. Here are the best games for families and family game night. Our family's all-time favorites. Send this list to the grandparents if they are ... Read More
How and Why Waldorf Families Celebrate Michaelmas
Have you ever wondered why and how Waldorf families celebrate Michaelmas? Whether you are new to Waldorf or a seasoned veteran, you may have pondered this question. I've wondered this myself over the years. So I did a little digging ... Read More
7 Powerful Mantras for Homeschooling Mamas
As homeschoolers, there are so many moving pieces and parts to consider. We can get lost in a sea of swirling ideas. That’s why over the years, I’ve developed mantras to help me remember what’s most important. And today, I ... Read More
How to Homeschool with Rhythm
My new image of the rhythms in our lives, in our homeschooling, is a series of concentric circles. This image represents how to homeschool with rhythm using the natural rhythms that already exist all around us. From the outer ring ... Read More
Easily Focus on Waldorf Painting and Drawing with Waldorfish
When I talk to parents about planning main lesson blocks, they often ask, "How can I easily focus on Waldorf painting and drawing?" Here's how the conversation usually goes. I am explaining the 3-part lesson in a 2-day rhythm like ... Read More
How Do I Begin Planning My Waldorf Homeschooling Year?
What exactly is involved in homeschool planning? And how do I begin planning my Waldorf homeschooling year? In my experience, we tend to fall into an illusion that once we choose our curriculum, we’re done! But the truth is, that’s ... Read More
We Have to be Vulnerable to Homeschool
Yes, it's true. We have to be vulnerable to homeschool. To allow ourselves to be imperfect and to be seen. And in Waldorf homeschooling in particular, all of our flaws and shortcomings when it comes to the lively arts are ... Read More
How To Do Circle Time at Home
Circle Time is ubiquitous in preschools across the world. In the Waldorf schools, Circle Time is even continued into the grades. But one question I get a lot is this: Can you do Circle Time at home? Yes, you can! ... Read More