I love things of beauty...
and happily I have a wonderful thing of beauty to share *smile*
A giveaway from Old Freedom Train
About Old Freedom Train.........
When
Shayne Jackman went searching for a Waldorf alphabet frieze
for her children's playroom and couldn't find one…she decided to
make one herself
...and luckily for us Old Freedom Train was born
Shayne uses softly coloured pencils to draw sweet Waldorf style...
...alphabet pictures that bring letters to life *smile*
These gorgeous whimsical alphabets are available as a book or frieze
{I couldn't resist the frieze when I discovered them almost a year ago!}
The giveaway....
And the winner is What Darlin'? how said ~
And the winner is What Darlin'? how said ~
My
favorite thing about Waldorf... the idea that there is a right time
for all things and that the "right thing" can become the "wrong thing"
if it's given at the wrong time. that childhood is honored -- not
hurried. That childhood is valued -- not something to be rush through
to get onto the important living. Well, I guess I'll stop now (; --Mama
youknowwhatmama at gmail dot com
Good luck,
Kelly
I would love to have the frieze cards for my son. I like the beauty and hands-on aspect of Waldorf. I especially like the emphasis on nature.
ReplyDeleteLove this frieze! Just BEAUTIFUL! What I love about Waldorf is it's gentle, loving approach. I also love the focus on nature, beauty and the arts.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the opportunity!
I've shaared on FB!
ReplyDeleteI would love the book version for the kids. These are so beautiful I love them so much...such imagination and talent went into each and every picture!!
ReplyDeleteMany Thanks Kelly for the chance to win:)
Also shared on my facebook page:)
ReplyDeleteI love that the children learn in a way that makes sense to them on their own timeline, gently and softly and in accordance with nature.
ReplyDeleteShared on our facebook page :}
ReplyDeleteThese are fantastic!!SO beautiful!! I love that Waldorf is so simple and so gentle to children and that its focus is so much on nature and exploring. I shared on facebook as well under @Deb Garnett.
ReplyDeleteThe frieze and book are delightful.
ReplyDeleteActually, I am quite new to Waldorf but I certainly find the interaction with the natural world fascinating.
The gentle and respectful way children are treated are my favorite things about Waldorf.
ReplyDeleteOh wow! I'll be sharing this on my facebook page today!! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI have loved reading up on Waldorf and am very new to it. As a teacher I cannot wait to instill some of these values/principles in my daughters 'education'. Thanks for sharing your love for Waldorf. Off to check out Old Freedom Train now! :)
I love how hthe Waldrof embraces the whole child, mother earth, and the parents in a respectful way that encourages love for everyone involve. children are encourage to think for themselves, as well as use their imagination. I know for my point of view as a parent I feel conflicts are resolve more peacefully and I am teaching my children respect and receiving their respect back as well.
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Lovely giveaway. I love the connection to the natural cycle and the earth, the respect for the individual child and the encouragement for children to use their imagination.
ReplyDeleteThese are just lovely and so appealing to the gentle nature of children.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful wall frieze!
ReplyDeleteI love how the waldorf philosophy encourages learning through experiences (doing) rather than being told, and also encouraging the imagination and creavity.
How beautiful. Thank you for this lovely post. I'm looking forward to learning more about Waldorf.
ReplyDeletewow I was only thinking the other day that an alphabet chart would be a good thing! The thing that I love about Waldorf is that it so right. Each time I read about Waldorf and child development I am struck that yes that is just what has / is happening with my own children.
ReplyDeleteWhat a magical alphabet chart! having just had my first bub this year, I'm only just starting to look into Waldolf - from first impressions I love the focus on creativity and imaginative play :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for the wonderful giveaway Kelly, very beautiful! What drew me to Waldorf was it's emphasis on storytelling and the integration of art into learning. I also love how the curriculum follows the age and needs of the child. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteShared of FB too Kelly, thank you!
ReplyDeleteNot wanting to enter the comp as i know there would be fights over who got such a gorgeous gift on their wall lol But just wanted to say how lovely it is and how much i enjoy learning more about Waldorf through your adventures x
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous!! I love that Waldorf doesn't try to squash the whimsy and creativity of childhood! I feel like regular school is all about worksheets, worksheets, worksheets!
ReplyDeleteI love the connection to nature and the natural cycles of life. Thanks for the chance to win these, they are lovely.
ReplyDeletebixbyjulie(at)hotmail(dot)com
It's REAL learning - it goes to the long term memory instead of temporary memorization :) exactly how I'm teaching my little artist the alphabet
ReplyDeletekellidparker(at)yahoo(dot)com
I love that everything is so thoughtfully done at the right developmental time for children. We would love to win this giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI shareed about this great giveaway on facebook
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic give away, thanks!
ReplyDeleteThere are so many things I love about the Waldorf way, it's gentle, respectful approach to children's development needs, it's emphasise in nurturing head, hand and soul equally, the connection with mother nature seasons ..
My favorite thing about Waldorf... the idea that there is a right time for all things and that the "right thing" can become the "wrong thing" if it's given at the wrong time. that childhood is honored -- not hurried. That childhood is valued -- not something to be rush through to get onto the important living. Well, I guess I'll stop now (; --Mama youknowwhatmama at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteJust shared this on my facebook page. (:
ReplyDeleteThere are so many things I love about waldorf, but the thing that transformed my life with rhythm. Realizing that giving a child rhythm gives them peace and that when our kids are at peace, the rest falls into place.
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Fiona
fjkelly6 at gmail dot com
There are so many things I love about waldorf, but the thing that transformed my life with rhythm. Realizing that giving a child rhythm gives them peace and that when our kids are at peace, the rest falls into place.
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Fiona
fjkelly6 at gmail dot com
What a beautiful giveaway! I would love these for my littlest girl. We love that Waldorf embraces the whole child; mind, body and spirit. We also love the stress on the natural and the arts. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteShared the giveaway on facebook.
ReplyDeleteWaldorf encourages transforming the quality of emotions,thoughts and attitude towards children.It reminds me of only love matters.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
I actually worked in the natural food industry for years and was very into biodynamic farming which in turn lead me to read more or Steiner's works on Anthroposophy and Education, but I would be lying if I didn't admit the "Waldorf aesthetic" didn't lure me in even more. Honoring the natural rhythms of our world fit in nicely with the simple life we were already leading.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! I love how it lets my kids really feel their emotions in a calm way, rather than an out of control one. It is wonderful to see them sit and study their world so intently too.
ReplyDeleteI shared this post on FB as sarah linette as well!
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I shared your giveaway on FB too!
ReplyDeleteI love how Waldorf makes kids to love nature so easily. I love how our days revolve around tress, fairies and gnomes!
ReplyDeleteI just shared this on Facebook!
ReplyDeleteWith such beautiful illustrations how could children not like this?
ReplyDeleteI've just shared it on Facebook & Google Because it's far to beautiful not to show to other people.
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful. I just love the simplicity of them (and the soft colours).
ReplyDeleteAnd pheww, just made it in time to enter!
Waldorf to our little family is the slowing down, the celebration of the rhythm of days, weeks, seasons. The celebration of childhood... to play, without judgement, without being right or wrong, the unhurried child. This beautiful alphabet would be a great addition to us as we venture into Waldorf homeschooling, they hold a lot of potential storytelling.
ReplyDeletei love how peaceful it encourages learning to be. thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI love how gentle Waldorf is for younger children and how it meets children where they are. It seems so much more developmentally appropriate for children.
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