We have been very busy here at the Little Round Schoolhouse. The final countdown has begun until school begins. As we’ve been preparing the schoolhouse for the beginning of the school year, we’ve noticed how much early the sun is sinking in the sky than when we first begun construction. And a cool wind has been refreshing us as evening approaches. Autumn is on the way!
We are so excited to open our doors and welcome the sweet children who are a part of our community. Scott and I (Becca) feel truly blessed to be a part of this school family.
So many people in the greater community are responding to what we’re doing. It definitely uplifts us to experience the encouragement and support that we have in the beginning stages of this journey. Several people have sent us generous donations of money and materials, dozens of people have volunteered their time and skills, and even more people have spread the word about what we’re doing. The response is amazing!
As we begin the final days until the schoolhouse opens its doors, we want to repost our needs. Please look through this following list and see if you have any of these things sitting around your home or in your attic or basement. We would love to give your old things new life and space. We will be very grateful!
There is a direct link to a frequently updated version of this list on our site here.
Art Supplies
- uncarded wool–we have some dark wool, but we also like some light-colored wool
- wool carders
- felt–an on-going need!
- needles
- thread
- cloth
- scissors (children’s sized)
- wool roving
- sheets of beeswax
- natural hair brushes
- empty small baby food jars (for watercolor painting)
Teacher Supplies
- beeswax candles (1” x 4”)
- wooden candle holder(s)
- candle snuffer
- lyre
- match box
Furniture
- short-legged table (two short)
- benches or stools (to seat 14)
- circle time rug
- kitchen shelves
- painting drying rack
- small table
Kitchen Supplies
- small bowls (14)
- utensils (enough for 14)
- cups (14)
- little napkins (14)
- serving utensils (ladle, wooden spoon, etc)
- mixing bowls (2)
- baking sheets (2)
- pitcher
- rags
- tablecloth
Creative Play Furniture
- play stands (2)
- play area shelves
- balance beam
- wooden fridge
- wooden range
- wooden sink/cupboard
- silks
- dyed muslin
- baskets (various sizes)
- smooth stones
- log blocks (made from tree rounds)–have some; could use more
- wooden blocks
- sticks
- dry beans
- shells
- pillows (for cozy corner)
- 2-3 dolls (made from natural supplies, “waldorf” dolls)
- toy crib (wooden)
- puppets–can always use more!
- balance board
- wooden cars
- wooden animals
- wooden train
- play dishes
- play utensils
- play napkins
- play cups
- play food–have some but could always use more!
- wool balls
- bean bags
Structure
- yurt!
- infrared heater (to heat 400-450 square feet)
- small solar panel
