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334. { Auriel's Light } Block Planning Aug 15, 2026 3123

333. { Auriel's Light } Rhythm During the Summer Jul 28, 2026 592

332. { Auriel's Light } Creating Rhythm From Scratch Jul 2, 2026 936 In this episode, I explore what it takes to create rhythm from scratch. We look at simple, practical ways to bring more flow into your home and approach daily life with fresh eyes and renewed confidence.   Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desi

331. { Auriel's Light } Tackling Learning Challenges Jun 10, 2026 3519 In this episode, Melissa shares insights from both her professional experience and her personal journey, offering a thoughtful look at the many factors that can influence a child's learning. Together, we explore different perspectives, practical considerations, and ways to approach challenges with fresh eyes and renewed confidence.     Every child should have access to a whole e

330. { Auriel's Light } Working with a Reluctant Child Apr 21, 2026 1586 Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families.  https://www.aurielslight.org Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible. Candle Access: F

329. { Auriel's Light } Tackling Learning Struggles - When Homeschooling Apr 7, 2026 1335 Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families.  https://www.aurielslight.org Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible. Candle Access: F

328. { Auriel's Light } Building a Rhythmic Year Planning a Family Study Jan 27, 2026 1106 Part 2 Available in the Candle MembershipCandle Access: Full Length Podcast Library + Gathering Replays   https://www.aurielslight.org/donateLearn more about our Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum and Planning for Peace here:  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Learn more about our Seasons of Seven virtual homeschool program here:  https://www.seasonsofseven.com Every chi

327. { Auriel's Light } Stillness and 2026 Gathering Content Jan 20, 2026 1247 The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark ComerAuriel's Light Gathering Calendarhttps://www.aurielslight.org/calendar Learn more about our Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum and Planning for Peace here:  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Learn more about our Seasons of Seven virtual homeschool program here:  https://www.seasonsofseven.com Every child should have acces

326. { Auriel's Light } In the Thick of It Nov 18, 2025 439 Learn more about Auriel's Lighthttps://www.aurielslight.org

325. { Auriel's Light } Live Recording Replay - Melisa at the Michaelmas Festival and Conference Oct 7, 2025 2182 Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families.  https://www.aurielslight.org Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible. Candle Access:

324. { Auriel's Light } Waldorf Homeschooling 101 Aug 28, 2025 615 https://www.waldorfessentials.com/

323. { Auriel's Light } Coming Soon Update! Aug 28, 2025 378 Learn more about what's coming soon and register to join:https://www.aurielslight.org/Michaelmas Festival and Conference Details:https://www.waldorfessentials.com/waldorf-conference

322. { Auriel's Light } Homeschool Planning Tip - Just Start! Aug 11, 2025 1347 Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families.  https://www.aurielslight.org Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible. Candle Access:

321. { Auriel's Light } State Programs for Homeschoolers Jul 22, 2025 971 HSLDA - Advocates for Homeschooling https://hslda.org/States that offer funding : https://www.seasonsofseven.com/blog/states-that-pay-for-homeschooling Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our dee

320. { Auriel's Light } The Perfect Home Jul 8, 2025 807 Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families.  https://www.aurielslight.org Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible. Candle Access:

319. { Auriel's Light } Child Estrangement Jun 17, 2025 1693 Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but cannot afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families.  https://www.aurielslight.org Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible. Candle Access: Fu

318. { Auriel's Light } Homeschooling Socialization and Time for Mom May 20, 2025 3110 Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families.  https://www.aurielslight.org Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible. Candle Access: F

317. { Auriel's Light } Keeping (or Recovering) Wonder with Teens May 6, 2025 1762 Cassette Playerhttps://www.wearerewind.com/ Temperament Playlist: HERE Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families.  https://www.aurielslight.org Auriel's

316. { Aurie's Light } What Is Your Priority When You Are a Homeschool Family? Apr 7, 2025 840 Link to join the live Planning for Peace Calls HERE

315. {Auriel's Light } Why You Should Switch to Waldorf and How to Navigate Coming Late Mar 27, 2025 1352 Full podcast available here: Candle Access: Full Length Podcast Library + Gathering Replays https://www.aurielslight.org/donate Other Videos Referenced: • Coming to Waldorf Homeschool Late? • Coming to Waldorf Homeschooling LateEvery child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuit

314. { Auriel's Light } Peaceful Foundations Feature Feb 10, 2025 2152 JOIN HERE: https://www.aurielslight.org/calendar Welcome to your Peaceful Foundation! This is NOT a parenting program, it is a blueprint.   We will spend from February through June working on aspects of your home life to support you in creating a true Peaceful Foundation.   Below you can register for the live gatherings that will happen twice per month from February through June

313. { Auriel's Light } A Reason, A Season, A Lifetime: When Mom Friendships End Feb 4, 2025 931 Learn more about our Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum  and Planning for Peace here: https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Learn more about Seasons of Seven Virtual School here: https://www.seasonsofseven.comEvery child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desi

312. { Auriel's Light } Homeschool Families This One is for Dad Jan 23, 2025 1647 This one is for you to watch with your partner, send to your partner, ex partner and even family so everyone can work together as a team!Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help

311. { Auriel's Light } Expectations for Middle Schoolers Jan 8, 2025 653 Join our Candle Access to listen to the full podcast here: https://www.aurielslight.org/donate   Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families.    https:

310. { Auriel's Light ) 2024 Auriel's Light Gathering Round Up Dec 17, 2024 4589 Have you been curious about our free live gatherings? Here's a glimpse of what was covered in 2024.    To access the replays visit: https://www.aurielslight.org/donate Candle Membership   To join a future gathering visit our calendar here: https://www.aurielslight.org/calendar   Learn more about our Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum  and Planning for Peace here: http

309. { Auriel's Light } For Business Owners, Homeschoolers, Parents and Partners! Dec 3, 2024 690 Event Sign Up Here: https://www.aurielslight.org/calendar   Candle Access Here: https://www.aurielslight.org/donate   Learn more about our Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum  and Planning for Peace here: https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store   Learn more about Seasons of Seven Virtual School here: https://www.seasonsofseven.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf

308. { Auriel's Light } 6 Tips for Parents for the Holiday Season Nov 19, 2024 1262 1. What Gift Will You Give Yourself 2. Non Toxic Holidays  3. How to Navigate the Last Two Weeks of December 4. Inner Work for Your Holidays  5. Rhythm for the Holiday Season  6. Getting in Sync with Your Partner Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be

307. { Auriel's Light } Parenting Perspectives Part 1: Life as a Single Mom Nov 5, 2024 3552 Learn more about Steiner's Backwards Review: https://rsarchive.org/Practice/Backward_Review.html Podcast with: Melisa Nielsen, Auriel's Light Founders Team and Director of Waldorf Essentials Melanie Novakovitch, Auriel's Light Founders Team and Director of Seasons of Seven Mr. Siepker, Seasons of Seven Grades and High School Teacher If you found this content helpful please consider makin

306. { Auriel's Light } Rhythm Reboot Oct 16, 2024 1026 If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit. Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families. https://www.aurielslight.org Aurie

305. { Auriel's Light } Waldorf Grade Placement Oct 1, 2024 2451 If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit.  Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families. https://www.aurielslight.org

304. { Auriel's Light } Regaining Your Rhythm Sep 17, 2024 1409 Resources: Thinking, Feeling, Willing monthly membership and Curriculum Resources https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Master your Peaceful Bedtime https://www.aurielslight.org/store Regain control of media in your home https://www.aurielslight.org/store   Watch the full length podcast with exclusive content in our Candle Membership https://www.aurielslight.org/store   Learn

303. { Auriel's Light ) High School Planning for Waldorf Homeschooling Sep 3, 2024 659 Book Recommendations: Rhythms of Learning: What Waldorf Education Offers Children, Parents & Teachers Between Form and Freedom: A Practical Guide to the Teenage Years Rudolf Steiner's Curriculum for Steiner-Waldorf Schools: An Attempt to Summarise His Indications The Tasks and Content of the Steiner-Waldorf Curriculum If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation

302. { Auriel's Light } Planning Your Middle School Homeschool Content for Waldorf Homeschooling Aug 20, 2024 1128 Detail Planning Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUtqXjA39yD2evLRRCXk1Y0UKX75WOPJA If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit. Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can

301. { Auriel's Light } Susan Perrow ‘Story Medicine' Aug 6, 2024 3725 Susan’s genre is ‘story medicine’. She writes therapeutic stories for all kinds of challenging situations for all ages - from individual to community to global. From 1986 to 1996 she was the founder and Director of ‘Periwinkle Children's Centre’ in Byron Bay, Australia. In 2000 she developed a 150-hour unit on Storytelling for Southern Cross University and completed her Masters Research o

300. { Auriel's Light } Interview with That Calm Mom Jul 23, 2024 906 Andrea Maher https://www.thatcalmmom.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatcalmmom/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thatcalmmom/   Is taming screen time a serious issue in your home?  Looking for real ways to curb it today and cultivate peace in your home?    Andrea Maher and Melisa Nielsen share their years of parenting with low media and how if can be effec

299. { Auriel's Light } Detailed Waldorf Homeschool Planning Jul 2, 2024 1264 Detailed Planning for Early Childhood and Kindergarten Waldorf Homeschooling HERE Detailed Planning for First Grade/Waldorf Grade 1 Homeschooling HERE Detail Planning Playlist HERE If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit.  Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curric

298. { Auriel's Light } Detailed Planning for First Grade/Waldorf Grade 1 Homeschooling Jun 20, 2024 1172 Learn more about Planning for Peace here: https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store   ABC Cards available  here: https://www.waldorfessentials.com/abc-cards If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit.  Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices aff

297. { Auriel's Light } Detailed Planning for Early Childhood and Kindergarten Waldorf Homeschooling Jun 5, 2024 1368 If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit.  Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that desire this education but can not afford it. It is our deepest desire to help those families. https://www.aurielslight.org

296. {Auriel's Light } Tips for Homeschooling the Middle and High School Years May 22, 2024 1413 Rhythms of Learning by Trostli https://amzn.to/3QPhaR4 Rudolf Steiner's Curriculum for Waldorf Schools by Karl Stockmeyer https://amzn.to/44ISVtw The Tasks and Content of the Steiner-Waldorf Curriculum by Kevin Avison and Martyn Rawson https://amzn.to/3ynJsvQ Candle Access to the full podcast https://www.aurielslight.org/donate Learn more about our Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum  and

295. { Auriel's Light } Virtual Waldorf Homeschool Lessons May 8, 2024 1172 Ms. Jaia shares: Her experience of working virtually and in a brick n' mortar. The benefits of a virtual classroom.  How she reaches the students through the screen so that the screen disappears and what is left is the relationship. What she loves as a virtual teacher. Read why Jaia loves teaching in our hybrid system on our blog  HERE: https://www.seasonsofseven.com/blog/Our-Hy

294. Save Guilt for Sin Apr 22, 2024 585 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials encourages you to "save guilt for sin." As a parent we are going to mess up.  Go apologize and do better next time.  Don't beat yourself up! You can also find us on all podcast platforms "Waldorf Essentials" Please share with your fellow parenting friends and homeschoolers. We are in this journey together.  If you found this content help

293. Feminine Aspects of the Waldorf Curriculum Apr 19, 2024 667 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares a topic that is often brought up in Waldorf Groups.  Feminine aspects of the curriculum.  - It's important to read the stories ahead of time.  - Connect with the stories.  - If you're not prepared and your sharing the story with the child during main lesson, they will feel that.  - You don't want to be questioning and pr

292. { Auriel's Light } Melisa's Health Journey Apr 17, 2024 1764 Waldorf Essentialshttps://www.waldorfessentials.com/Seasons of Seven Virtual School https://www.seasonsofseven.com/If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit.  Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tuition and curriculum prices affordable, there will always be families that de

291. Homeschooling Without Burn Out Apr 15, 2024 4038 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials takes on a big topic today!   You're going to want paper and pen to take notes.   - 80/20    - The key comments to Waldorf homeschooling without burn out   - How do you make the time to learn as a student of this philosophy    - Evaluations and how this tool helps when things are feeling off   - Planning  &n

290. From Struggle to Peace Apr 12, 2024 2657 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials supports you in your - Parenting - Partnering  - Homeschooling  - and most importantly in your inner work   This is one of those things where if you turn it from a struggle to a challenge, you can create a plan and change it.    -What actually is rhythm and how do you work it? -Our Thinking, Feeling, Willing Modules are much m

289. I See You and I'm Here to Help With Homeschooling, Parenting and Partnering Apr 10, 2024 309 Hi, I'm Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials   I'm here to match my energy to your effort. Let's get you to the space you want to be in for your parenting, partnering, and Waldorf homeschooling.    Thinking, Feeling, Wiling is like no other program. You will be amazed how much your life changes after you come join us.   You can also find us on all podcast platforms "Wa

288. Cultivating Quiet Time Apr 8, 2024 641 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials answers the question most families have. "How do you create daily quiet time?" - Rhythm is key, when you are consistent and the children know what's coming next they do not question it. - How does quiet time change as the children get older and are not napping? - Setting a timer. - What does everyone do during quiet time? You can also find us on all po

287. The Progression of Writing in Your Waldorf Homeschooling Apr 5, 2024 692 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials guides us through the progression of writing in Waldorf Homeschooling. This is a much different approach than other schooling options.  - The Main Lesson Book - Summaries - Copy Work - Cursive  - Thoughts on workbooks Waldorf Essentials curriculum and Thinking, Feeling, Willing program will answers all your questions about Waldorf Homeschooli

286. { Auriel's Light } End of Year Homeschool Tip to Enjoy This Time Apr 3, 2024 822 Yes, Melisa knows the difference between the Roman Colosseum and the Parthenon.....  Learn more about Planning for Peace  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Need support? Send us an email at team@melisanielsen.com Ready for someone to take over next year? Visit our school  https://www.seasonsofseven.com If you found this content helpful please consider making a donatio

285. I Have Bad Days Apr 1, 2024 1716 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials received the question: "You must never have bad days?" She does, and this is how she navigates them.  Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of experience to help guide you along the way.  Melisa inspires you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curriculum by grade - Middle school and hi

284. Thinking, Feeling, Willing Mar 29, 2024 978 Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of experience to help guide you along the way. Melisa inspires you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curriculum by grade - Middle school and high school resources - Planning for peace planner and training meetings - Form drawing courses - Beeswax modeling - Wet on wet painting - Inner work a

283. Adjusting As They Get Older in Your Parenting and Homeschooling Mar 27, 2024 1506 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials helps you honor the signs that the child does grow up and we need to adjust with them.    - When they are over circle time - When they are tired of the stories - When they want to have personal time with you - When they come to you with how they are filling - Toys - Homeschooling - Being prepared to shift with them and keep the relationship s

282. Having Difficult Conversations Mar 25, 2024 833 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares a hard topic today.  - Having a difficult conversations.  - Age appropriate conversations.  - Being mindful of your location.  - Being mindful of exposing your family to a wide range of diversity.  - Taking the time yourself to connect with your neighbor and community.  - Listen to others stories, connect with how i

281. F.A.Q. Teens Mar 22, 2024 1736 Grab your headphones for this episode. Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials tackles a big topic today.  Teenagers - Phones - Monitoring phones - Searching the internet - Video games - Shows - Movies - Friends - Dating  You can also find us on all podcast platforms "Waldorf Essentials" Please share with your fellow parenting friends and homeschoolers. We are in this journey toget

280. { Auriel's Light } Working and Homeschooling Mar 20, 2024 699 Part 2 Available here: https://www.aurielslight.org/donate Learn more about our Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum  and Planning for Peace here: https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Learn more about Seasons of Seven Virtual School here: https://www.seasonsofseven.com/If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit.  Every child should have acc

279. Making Friends Mar 18, 2024 1439 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares: - Making Mom Friend Tips - Navigating Friends for Your Child - Co Op Friends - Play Dates - Park Meet Ups You can also find us on all podcast platforms "Waldorf Essentials" Please share with your fellow parenting friends and homeschoolers. We are in this journey together.  If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation

278. It's Hard, Make Something Happen Today Mar 15, 2024 1615   Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials asks you a hard question: "Will you be an object or an agent?" - Melisa shares an experience in her life that was really hard. She shares to inspire you and share with you the tools she used to become an agent.  - Ask for help and except help.  - Sometimes the help you ask for doesn't show up how you envisioned it to, but it is still s

277. The Path to Reading Mar 13, 2024 3524 A common concern among homeschooling parents is teaching your child to read.    In this video, Melisa discusses how Waldorf education teaches reading; and why it's recommended to wait longer to start.    She also provides insights and advice for teaching children who lack interest in reading.    In this video you’ll learn:  -The importance of how you sho

276. Lead by Council Mar 11, 2024 604   Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials explains what it means to lead by council.    - What is a family meeting - How do you start a family meeting - The importance of everyone being on the same page   You can also find us on all podcast platforms "Waldorf Essentials" Please share with your fellow parenting friends and homeschoolers. We are in this journey together.&nb

275. Living Your Goals Mar 8, 2024 1478 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares her story of living her goals.  This is an old story that is dear to their heart and will inspire you. Since then they have accomplished even more! If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit.  Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard to keep our virtual school tu

274. { Auriel's Light } Waldorf Homeschool Math Tip Mar 6, 2024 660 Learn more about our Waldorf Essentials Curriculum and Parenting Resources HERE https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Don't you want an amazing homeschool experience? We have helped thousands of families over the years, we'd love to help you. Our curriculum is written BY homeschoolers FOR homeschoolers. Many Waldorf homeschoolers get overwhelmed and quit or make it too hard for themselves. L

273. How to Support A Homeschool Family Mar 4, 2024 3355 Melisa Nielsen with Waldorf Essentials invites you:   1. If you are a homeschool family - a video offering for you to send to friends and family to help them understand your choice to homeschool.    2. If you were sent this link from family or a friend we are happy you are here and hope this helps you understand their choice to homeschool a bit more.   Link mentioned t

272. Getting Out of Management Mom Mode Mar 1, 2024 1525 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials challenges you to catch yourself and get out of Management Mom Mode.    - Are you checking out without realizing how much time you are spending on your phone or social media?   - Are you making excuses?   - Are you putting things off?   - When was the last time you actually had fun and felt happy?   Start with getting back

271. A Visit with Super Sam Feb 28, 2024 745 Super Sam Join's Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials today to share the first story from Super Sam's Adventures.  For more Super Sam stories visit  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ You can also find us on all podcast platforms "Waldorf Essentials" Please share with your fellow parenting friends and homeschoolers. We are in this journey together.  If you found this conten

270. Teaching History Through Biography Feb 26, 2024 1384 Melisa Nielsen with Waldorf Essentials walks you through what Waldorf homeschooling history looks like.  - When does teaching history begin? - What is the progression? - How do you navigate stories that might not agree with your families religion/values? - How teaching history through this Waldorf method is so much different than memorizing a song or using a textbook.  You can a

269. How is Your Weekend Rhythm? Feb 23, 2024 1465 Melisa Nielsen from Waldorf Essentials inspires you to experience how your family rhythm is tied to you.  In this video she specifically chats about weekend rhythm but has an entire playlist of videos dedicated to rhythm here: You can also find us on all podcast platforms "Waldorf Essentials" Please share with your fellow parenting friends and homeschoolers. We are in this journey to

268. { Auriel's Light } Peaceful Parenting in 2024 Feb 21, 2024 1237 Part 2 of our podcast is available in our Candle Access HERE: https://www.aurielslight.org/offers/o... Browse our Waldorf Homeschool Curriculum HERE: https://www.waldorfessentials.com Browse our Virtual Waldorf School Options HERE: https://www.seasonsofseven.com If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit.  Every child should have access to a

267. Temperament and Play + Get Out of Management Mom Mode Feb 19, 2024 1841 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials focuses today on:   - Temperament  and play at co op time   - Reminders of co op guidelines   - Giving your child tools to help them in playground play   - Play dates at your home and holding the space   - Getting out of management mom mode and being with your child instead of feeling the need to join in on social media &n

266. Temperament in Your Parenting and Homeschooling Lesson Feb 16, 2024 753 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials has an entire playlist dedicated to discovering your temperament.  LINK HERE   This video focuses on the phlegmatic parent teaching and parenting a choleric child.    The four temperaments: - sanguine - choleric - melancholic - phlegmatic    We are all a combination of predominately two temperaments.     Do the

265. Slow Down Feb 14, 2024 2253     This is a great reminder for every parent to slow down and be more mindful of all the things you say yes to that fill your calendar and mind.    Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of experience to help guide you along the way.    Melisa inspires you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curriculum

264. Why Isn't It Ok to Be a Melancholic? Feb 12, 2024 386 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials often hears clients say "please don't tell me I'm a melancholic!".    What is wrong with being a melancholic? What is wrong with being who you truly are?   Take the time to explore your temperament.  Each temperament has great qualities as well as things we need to be aware of and tone down sometimes.    For more videos on

263. The Progression of Reading in Waldorf Homeschooling Feb 9, 2024 914 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials focuses on the progression of reading.    The Waldorf way of reading is much different:   - Letters are introduced in grade 1.    - There are no flash cards. If there are it is more as a piece of art displayed during main lesson.    - When you have an up and coming reader it is important to practice daily.  &nbsp

262. { Auriel's Light } Gain Confidence for your Waldorf Homeschooling Middle and High School Years Feb 7, 2024 2897 Are you feeling intimidated for homeschooling your child as they get older and enter Middle and High School? This podcast is for you! You'll gain confidence from Melisa, Lara, and Annie to successfully meet your child's needs as a Middle and High Schooler.  Lara can be followed here:  https://www.instagram.com/elfin.and.isla.at.home/ Annie can be followed here: https://www.

261. No Stress Circle Time Feb 5, 2024 1016 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials is here to help you with your circle time.    - Younger children.   - Older children.   - When do kids tend to grow out of circle time.    - Singing. What if you feel you aren't good at it?   - Verses.    - Fingerplays.    - Movement.    - Circle time with one child.    Let's ge

260. How Do You Do It All? Feb 2, 2024 1146 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials  - Runs a business - Homeschools  - Parents - Partners  - Practices self care - Practices her own hand work and makes time for the things she enjoys How does she do it all? If you found this content helpful please consider making a donation to our non profit.  Every child should have access to a whole education. While we work hard t

259. Study Guide Book Recommendations Jan 31, 2024 1479 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials encourages you to continue your studying as an adult. When you read Steiner's work you connect more with the curriculum.    Books Mentioned: - Rhythms of Learning: What Waldorf Education Offers Children, Parents & Teachers  by Rudolf Steiner (Author), Roberto Trostli (Compiler) https://amzn.to/45TpSDp   - Rudolf Steiner's Curric

258. Cultivating a Love for Learning Jan 29, 2024 1096 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials walks you through how to cultivate a love for learning.  - What to do when they are young. - Keeping it age appropriate.  - What if you all have different interests? - Fostering the love for learning over the years.    You can also find us on all podcast platforms "Waldorf Essentials" Please share with your fellow parenting friends

257. Communication Jan 26, 2024 1170 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials focuses today on communication.    - Text Messages - Emails  - Social Media - With Your Partner - With Your Child    Slowing down is the first step and often the key to effective communication.    You can also find us on all podcast platforms "Waldorf Essentials" Please share with your fellow parenting friends and hom

256. Which Will You Be? Jan 24, 2024 1020   Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials challenges you to ask yourself: "Which will you be, an agent or an object?" She also supports you in your homeschooling journey!  Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of experience to help guide you along the way.  Melisa inspires you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curricu

255. Handwork Ideas for Younger Ones in a Waldorf Home Jan 22, 2024 805 Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares ideas for handwork and younger ones. Often siblings or the younger child see's you doing handwork and wants to be a part of the fun.  Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of experience to help guide you along the way.  Melisa inspires you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf cur

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