Author: thesteinerconnection
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10 Ways to Encourage Independent Play in Toddlers
A child absorbed in play is truly a wonderful thing. To see them transported into their own imaginative world and become oblivious to the world will never cease to amaze me. There are no rules, they can change character as they please and a ball which was rolling along the ground a moment ago, has…
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Open-Ended vs Close-Ended Toys
You may have heard of open-ended and close-ended toys, but what do these names actually mean? What are the benefits of open-ended toys? What are the differences between open-ended and close ended toys? Should you have only one type or both? Let’s find out! What are Open-Ended Toys? Open-ended toys have the ability to be…
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Waldorf Inspired Parenting Books
Reading can be a great way to explore Waldorf parenting, but there are so many books out there it’s hard to know where to start. The books listed below can be read from cover to cover, but are also wonderful reference books to have on hand and reach for when you are looking for something…
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Embracing the Seasons – Autumn
Rhythm and routine form a big part of the Waldorf early years education. Rhythms can happen on a daily basis; taking your shoes off when you come inside, saying morning verse at the start of each day and sitting down together to eat morning tea. Rhythms can also occur on a weekly rotation; baking bread…
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