Waldorf Essentials

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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-Hybrid-Model Learn more about Seasons of Seven Virtual School  HERE: https://www.seasonsofseven.com Join our Candle monthly access  HERE: https://www.aurielslight.org Jaia has been a class teacher since 2011, both in brick and mortar schools and at Seasons of Seven, and is a Waldorf Alumna herself! As a lifelong lover of learning, Jaia appreciates the fact that she can be immersed in the wonders of the Waldorf curriculum along with her students as they learn through the grades. She loves her students deeply, and enjoys seeing each of them develop their strengths as they grow into full human beings. Jaia grew up in the jungles of Hawaii, and began her own educational journey as a homeschooler before attending a Waldorf school for the upper grades. Jaia loves being able to revel in the green beauty of the Pacific Northwest’s woods, rivers, and coastline, and is excited to have more freedom to explore while still teaching students! She is thrilled to return to Seasons of Seven.  Jaia received her Waldorf Teaching Certificate from Micha-el Institute, after completing a MEd in Elementary Education at Portland State and a BA in International Affairs with a minor in theater at Lewis and Clark College.

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 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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ https://www.seasonsofseven.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa  

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 processing the story for yourself during main lesson time. Do the prep work.  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 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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.    https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa  

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 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.  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ https://www.seasonsofseven.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Tik Tok : https://www.tiktok.com/@seasons.of.waldorf Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa

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    - Rhythm    - Self Care   Throughout the video you will find helpful questions listeners asked that you may have for yourself.    Mentioned was Sparkle Stories  https://www.sparklestories.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 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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.    https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ https://www.seasonsofseven.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa    

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 more than how to form draw and paint.  -Come join community! Here's why! 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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.    https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ https://www.seasonsofseven.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa

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 "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 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/donate Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.    https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa

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 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 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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_ess... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssen... Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfesse... Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa

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 Homeschooling and guide you along the way.  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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.    https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa  

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 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/ Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ https://www.seasonsofseven.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Tik Tok : https://www.tiktok.com/@seasons.of.waldorf Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa

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 high school resources - Planning for peace planner and training meetings - Form drawing courses - Beeswax modeling - Wet on wet painting  - Inner work and temperaments - Music  - Handwork  - Festivals  - Eurythmy  - Circle time creations  - Creating a co op  - Homeschooling multiple children  - Conscious parenting with 25+ years experience  - Special needs experience with her own children  - Peaceful bedtimes  - One on one mentoring parenting, partnering and mindset - Master classes  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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa  

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 and temperaments - Music - Handwork - Festivals - Eurythmy - Circle time creations - Creating a co op - Homeschooling multiple children - Conscious parenting with 25+ years experience - Special needs experience with her own children - Peaceful bedtimes - One on one mentoring parenting, partnering and mindset - Master classes 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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa

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 strong   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 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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.    https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ https://www.seasonsofseven.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa

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 it would feel to be in others shoes.    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 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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.    https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa  

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 together.  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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ https://www.seasonsofseven.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa  

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 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.    https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ https://www.seasonsofseven.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Tik Tok : https://www.tiktok.com/@seasons.of.waldorf Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa

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 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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.    https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ https://www.seasonsofseven.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa  

  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 showing up, accept the help.  - Do something today. Clean the house. Plan. Do what you need to do today for tomorrow to be better.  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 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/ Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ https://www.seasonsofseven.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa

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 show up every day   -Advice to coaxing a hesitant reader into reading   -Which early reading books are appropriate for your child   -Why Waldorf education focuses on reading later than mainstream educational models   -How Melisa lays out teaching reading in Waldorf Essentials   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. 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 Auriel's Light is a non profit and all donations are tax deductible.    https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/waldorfessentials/_created/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WaldorfMelisa