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Jingle Bell Waldorf Kite for Christmas

Jennifer Tammy — Tue, 21 Nov 2017 23:04:39 +0000

A simple homemade toy, Waldorf Hand Kites have been a staple in our playroom for years. This year we’re making sweet Jingle Bell Hand Kites for all the littles on our Christmas list! I made our first Waldorf hand kite when Ella was just one year old. It was simple and quick to make and...

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Spring Waldorf Hand Kite

Jennifer Tammy — Wed, 25 Mar 2015 03:32:57 +0000

Ella has loved her Waldorf hand kite since I first made it for her two years ago, and for a simple, homemade toy, it’s surprising how well it has held up and how much play it still gets! (I’ve only had to replace one ribbon!) For a special Spring treat, I thought we’d change out her fall-coloured...

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The Waldorf Approach to Reading

Jennifer Tammy — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 08:51:00 +0000

I love a lot of aspects of the Waldorf approach to reading, despite my choice to introduce reading readiness at an earlier age than most Waldorf advocates would suggest. I wanted to discuss the Waldorf approach, however, because it has some truly wonderful thoughts and could be a great resource for a reluctant or (by...

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How the Apple Got It’s Star: A Traditional Waldorf Story

Jennifer Tammy — Thu, 14 Nov 2013 10:11:00 +0000

A traditional Waldorf story tells how the apple got its star. There are other versions which describe the apple as a little red house which holds a star, which might be fun when paired with making a homemade “apple lantern.” Here is our version of the Waldorf Apple Story, How the Apple Got It’s Star....

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Waldorf Rocker Board Review

Jennifer Tammy — Fri, 25 Oct 2013 01:52:00 +0000

I mentioned back in September that I was traveling to pick up some exciting new materials that I couldn’t wait to share with you — and, finally, I get to share with you about my favourite material that we picked up! I ordered this beautiful Waldorf Rocker Board from an American Etsy seller, Open Ended...

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A Quick DIY: Block Crayons (with Video)

Jennifer Tammy — Thu, 17 Oct 2013 03:49:00 +0000

A quick and easy DIY for how to make your own Homemade Block Crayons – the best use for broken crayons and a great homemade art material for kids! Homemade Block Crayons Homemade block crayons have been a staple in our craft area for years. The first time we made them, Ella was just a...

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Waldorf Hand Kite (DIY)

Jennifer Tammy — Wed, 02 Oct 2013 02:24:00 +0000

For anyone curious about the Waldorf Hand Kite featured during our Rainbow Week, here is a quick and and simple homemade toy tutorial. I love how the ribbons can be changed out to correspond to the seasons. I purchased our wooden ring from Etsy; I really love the selection and quality of materials that I...

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Crossing the Rainbow Bridge: Ella Turns Two

Jennifer Tammy — Thu, 18 Jul 2013 21:50:00 +0000

Crossing the rainbow bridge is a beautiful folk story that I have adapted to tell to Ella each year, the night before her birthday. It is a version of the traditional Waldorf birthday story, The Rainbow Bridge, which has several versions out there – ours is a cleaned up version that takes into account that we are...

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