Waldorf Publications

This fifth volume in the Play! Recorders in the Classroom series from professional musician and experienced Waldorf teacher, David Gable, helps teachers to assist their students in Classes 6, 7, 8 (11?14 years) and beyond to advance their skills on the recorder. The music included is aligned to the techniques involved for soprano, alto and tenor recorders, and enables pupils to build on existing skills in order to play more challenging music. The chosen pieces are taken from around the world and selected to match the curriculum level for Classes 6, 7 and 8, but it can also be used to extend skills in the Upper School and adulthood.

A collection of charming illustrated stories children will love to have read to them again and again, from master storyteller Jakob Streit. This book includes all of Jakob Streit's gnome and troll stories: Liputto, Little Gnome Tenderroot, Puck the Gnome and Tatatuck's Journey to Crystal Mountain. The stories encourage children to care for the Earth as they follow the adventures of Little Gnome Tender-root as he learns about all the beings in his world, or journey with Tatatuk as he finds friends who help him climb Crystal Mountain. This sparkling collection shares tales of courage, friendship, tolerance, overcoming fear, laughter and kindness. A wonderful resource for parents and teachers that will enrich any storytime.

In 1919 the original Steiner-Waldorf school opened its doors, becoming the first of over 1000 Waldorf schools and kindergartens which now exist around the world. This comprehensive second volume from Nana Göbel, founder of Friends of Waldorf Education, explores the history of Waldorf education from the end of World War II up to the present day. Featuring a collection of inspiring stories and over 100 colour photographs, this book reveals the challenges faced and overcome by Waldorf schools worldwide, tracing the development of this revolutionary approach to education.

The story of Parzival is taught in Steiner-Waldorf schools around the world in Classes 11 to 12 (ages 16 to 18). The valiant quests of Parzival, knight of King Arthur's Round Table, provide an epic coming-of-age-story for older teenagers. The medieval text by Wolfram von Eschenbach has endured through the ages because of its timeless symbolism. Sonia Setzer has taught this story for many years and here offers her creative approaches to sharing the tale and offers insights into the images woven into the text. This book is an invaluable resource for Steiner-Waldorf Upper School teachers and a fascinating read for anyone who wants to understand the power and meaning of this timeless tale.