I ordered this book last week when I was still in the throngs of Waldorf education. I really like the way it explained childhood, although once again, there was a lot I don't believe in. Basically, it is useful to gain some insight and meaning about little ones, but I just can't buy into Steiner's belief system.
Essentially, Steiner, the father of Waldorf schooling, made or was involved in a worldview, which is more or less a religion. I just don't buy into it.
However, there are some aspects that appeal to me. Natural toys and less TV. Most adults can appreciate the quality of a good wooden toy over plastic bells and whistles. Most of us know that letting our children sit passively in front of the TV screen is not helping society or the little ones. So I agree with more active playtime, and better quality, carefully chosen toys. I think bright light colors are appealing to young ones. I just don't buy into the whole "karma" belief system. Sure you get what you sow, but that doesn't apply to children. Period. Are we to say children with lousy parents are in need of spiritual development? That breeds indifference. I still enjoyed this quick read-I am always delighted to find new ideas for learning patience and how to improve time spent with my children.
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