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Chores by Age: What Kids Can Actually Do, Ages 2–14 rhythm supporting simplicity parenting

An important part of what we teach our children is the care for our home and belongings. In my Waldorf preschool program, we worked together on chores each day. Parents often ask me what chores are appropriate for their child. I compiled this list so you could begin to consider how your children mig...

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Using the Waldorf-Inspired Colors of the Day to Add Rhythm rhythm supporting simplicity parenting

What are the Waldorf Colors of the Day?

  • Monday: Purple Day

  • Tuesday: Red Day

  • Wednesday: Yellow Day

  • Thursday: Orange Day

  • Friday: Green Day

  • Saturday: Blue Day

  • Sunday: White Day


One of the first things new Storytime members notice is that I refer to the days o...

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Creating Rhythm // How to Start rhythm supporting simplicity parenting

The typical way we learn to create rhythm doesn’t work for most people. I have a different way of creating rhythm–one small “beat” at a time.
Watch the video on my blog and learn how to create a rhythm that works for your family (and actually sticks).

 

WHY THE TYPICAL ADVICE DOESN’T WORK

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What is Rhythm? Busting common misconceptions rhythm supporting simplicity parenting

We hear a lot about rhythm in early childhood circles, yet it remains elusive for many people. Often, we find a suggested rhythm chart and assume we are supposed to wake up one Monday morning and attempt to follow it morning to night all week. Have you tried this? It’s exhausting and usually doesn’t...

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How to create a circle time circle time rhythm supporting simplicity parenting

This video shares with you the process I follow to plan and create circle times for my early childhood Waldorf classroom. I will walk you through the steps I take to create, plan, and practice my circle times. It is my hope that you can follow these same steps and create a circle time for your class...

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