![]() ![]() Stories over time – shared by my parents and people close to me – informed my world view and helped me articulate what is true and important to me. Scott Barry Kaufmann, author of Ungifted, Intelligence Redefined: The Truth about Talent, Practice, Creativity and the Many Paths to Greatness, speaks about the importance of unlocking the potential of children by consciously building empathy and sharing stories where justice is restored, where racism and ableism are challenged, and where all living beings are deeply valued and advocated for. I have noticed that the perspective of the child is often missing in discussion around the impact of ability and ableism on children’s school experiences. By understanding how race and ability impact school environments and children’s potential, teachers can look for diverse representation in the picture books, puppet shows and stories used. Kendi, author of How to Raise an Antiracist, speaks about “childproofing” school environments to create anti-racist and anti-ableist communities. Stories lead to an understanding of self and others, creating a fertile ground for building an appreciation of diversity, equity, inclusion and justice, and providing mirrors to who we are, and windows into the experiences of others. Through hearing and telling stories, we can learn to navigate an increasingly complex world and build an understanding of what it means to be human. They have the power to help us make sense of the past, transform the present, and impact the future. Grade 8: Knowledge of the Peoples of the EarthĪs you can see, you have much leeway here for finding stories.Stories are deeply personal they are the building blocks of life providing nourishment during childhood and adulthood. Grade 7: Stories of Various Races and Tribes (Indian, Chinese, American) Grade 3: Biblical Stories as part of General History Grade 2: Animal Fables and Stories of How Animals Live in Real Live At home, we generally have a smaller group than in a classroom and we can hold the energy with our own connection to the stories we read.īelieve it or not, here is the brief list of types of stories that Steiner provided to the teachers in the first Waldorf school during their two-week training: But then reading the story aloud is perfectly fine. ![]() You might also memorize the opening and closing so that you can connect with your listeners and create a storytelling atmosphere. I recommend reading the story yourself ahead of presenting it to your child or children so that you connect to the emotion behind it. Those new to Waldorf methods often ask: “must I memorize and tell by heart all the stories?” No, this is not a mandatory requirement nor a rite of passage! ![]() But the most important criteria is that the stories are beautiful and speak to us personally. We can tell stories of our own childhoods at bedtime, read stories of life in other cultures and times to study ancient history, and paint pictures from fairy tales. The literary arts sit at the top of a five-pointed star that I call the Lively Arts. Storytelling is at the heart of Waldorf education. In Waldorf-inspired learning, we do not explain but rather tell stories to engage the whole child’s being so that knowledge is passed on through narrative rather than direct instruction.Īs homeschoolers, we are in a great position to strive for this: “Let your influence arise out of your close intimacy with the children…not through artificial sensationalism.” Since the Waldorf curriculum is really delivered through storytelling and narrative presentations, the importance of finding good stories is clear. Stories and history really form the scaffolding for the Waldorf curriculum and Steiner spoke of finding “the right material for telling and retelling.” He said to look for stories that have a “free and narrative style.” Read on for tips on storytelling in Waldorf education. “ Communication must be from soul to soul,” said Rudolf Steiner.Īnd the medium? Stories! Stories that speak to our hearts, told in a way that “evokes a kind of silent thrilled awe.” ![]()
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