Early Childhood Wisdom

Book excerpt: Families of young children today face a fast-paced world of consumerism and isolation. Many have lost touch with the traditions of their grandparents and the grounding rhythm of life connected to nature. To fill this void, the Steiner playgroup offers connection and meaning, supporting both the child starting out on a social life and the new parent creating a family life.Ebba Bodame's twenty years of experience in Rudolf Steiner early childhood education are distilled here in a treasury of insights-a must-have travel guide for anyone setting out on the journey of working with young children. Gathered together are all the ingredients of the playgroup morning, moving through the seasons of the year. Parents can harvest this wealth of stories, songs, games and activities to enrich the family's daily life. And sprinkled throughout are suggestions for the practical and spiritual roles of playgroup leading, homemaking and parenting.