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post #1 of 12
12/27/08 at 10:46pm
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I just wanted to say that I finally had time to start reading the book and I cannot put it down! Things are really starting to make sense for me. A couple days ago, I sat down with my partner and we talked about the parts of Waldorf that we don't "get". The book is helping to sort those things out.

I'm only on page 80 now, but I bet I'm gonna find time to finish it tonight.
post #2 of 12
12/27/08 at 11:41pm
I've been reading it lately too and it's so nice to see that some of the parenting ideas that I thought just made sense are recommended! (Particularly the idea of teaching your child to respect that parents have needs and lives too and that the child needs to learn to play and explore independently as well.) I'm not done, but I'm loving it! I might not agree with some of the ideas at the core of the theories...but there is a whole lot of common sense involved! It keeps bringing me back to Steiner's teachings!
post #3 of 12
12/27/08 at 11:53pm
I really enjoyed this book. it was the first thing I've read about Waldorf. I read it a couple years ago and am still implementing ideas as my kids have grown older. The idea of having a flexible rhythm to the day makes sense to me. The art ideas and nature activities are simple and enjoyable.

The one thing I am trying to do right now is pare down our library of children's books and improve their quality- I don't remember *exactly* what the book says about this, but it was something like have just a few, high quality books rather than loads of books. I've tried to focus more on fairy tales and nursery rhymes and classic books- it's been amazing the difference I've seen in my kids. There was one weird part something about not reading to your child even if they beg you to, so I'm not going that far! (Forgive me if I have that wrong- I read it a while ago).
post #4 of 12
12/28/08 at 12:02am
Thanks for reminding me that I have this- need to read!
post #5 of 12
12/29/08 at 1:28pm

another book recommendation

If you like this book, let me recommend another -- "Heaven on Earth" by Sharifa Oppenheimer. I finally broke down and bought it new because it is such a great book!
post #6 of 12
12/29/08 at 1:41pm
I love this book. I just read it last week and it has really helped with my 3.5 year old son. I've always been interested in Waldorf, but hadn't "cleared the clutter" in the house with toys, art supplies, etc. It has really helped curb the tantrums that we were dealing with.
Reading this book gave me a fresh perpective with how I want to raise my son.
post #7 of 12
12/29/08 at 4:53pm
just recently read it. I think it's the best waldorf 101 there is A bit of a long read but so easy and in captivating

I am going to try to get a copy for everyone in dd's life haha I keep wanting to make dh read it but I am re reading my copy

I'll let you know how the non waldorf interested crowd views it and if they get through it or even get started. Meaning mom, friend's etc.

Dh loved beyond the rainbow bridge, tried to get him to read heaven on earth, he never got to it and i ended up reading him highlights.
post #8 of 12
12/31/08 at 4:08pm
Coming out of lurk mode to say that I too love this book. She does such a good job of articulating Steiner's theories while framing them in a real-world, modern context.

I just ordered these three books:
Creative Play for Your Baby
Children at Play
The Children's Year

I am so excited to dig in!

Is there a thread in the Waldorf forum that acts as a book club of sorts...or at least one where we could leave our reviews? That would be fun. If so, I want to proclaim my excitement over Amanda Blake Soule's The Creative Family. What an awesome book!
post #9 of 12
12/31/08 at 6:35pm
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Originally Posted by sarah.astrid View Post
Coming out of lurk mode to say that I too love this book. She does such a good job of articulating Steiner's theories while framing them in a real-world, modern context.

I just ordered these three books:
Creative Play for Your Baby
Children at Play
The Children's Year

I am so excited to dig in!

Is there a thread in the Waldorf forum that acts as a book club of sorts...or at least one where we could leave our reviews? That would be fun. If so, I want to proclaim my excitement over Amanda Blake Soule's The Creative Family. What an awesome book!
I have followed the Soulemama blog for years! I love her book!
post #10 of 12
1/1/09 at 11:50am
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I have followed the Soulemama blog for years! I love her book!
I love her blog too, but haven't read the book yet. Glad to hear it's good!

I think the book recs are great!! Keep 'em coming!
post #11 of 12
1/3/09 at 12:41am
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Originally Posted by Rosebud1 View Post
If you like this book, let me recommend another -- "Heaven on Earth" by Sharifa Oppenheimer. I finally broke down and bought it new because it is such a great book!
Thanks for the recommendation -- I'm going to pick this one up next. I've heard only good things about it.
post #12 of 12
1/3/09 at 12:45am
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Originally Posted by sarah.astrid View Post
I just ordered these three books:
Creative Play for Your Baby
Children at Play
The Children's Year

I am so excited to dig in!
How did you like The Children's Year? I have gotten mixed reviews about it. I ordered All Year Round from Amazon a couple days ago and can't wait to get it!

I'm thinking about getting Creative Play for Your Baby. Do let me know what you think of it.
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