In this booklet, one of the keynote experiences of the fourth-grad child is presented in compact but comprehensive form as study material for class teachers and other interested individuals. It provides a means of quickly recalling the adventures of the one-eyed Odin, wise leader of the gods, and his hot-blooded companion, Thor, as they grapple with the ever-unfolding mischief wrought by the cunning and treacherous Loki, leading to the powerful apocalyptic vision of Ragnarok. The summary accounts of each story are accompanied by Roy Wilkinson's interpretations of the symbolism which bear the mark of his years of work in Anthroposophy and teaching in Steiner schools.
Perspectives on Old Testament stories, from Creation to the return to Jerusalem after the Babylonian captivity, and the story of Esther. The following notes are intended to be elucidations of the Old Testament stories in the light of Rudolf Steiner's spiritual science. With the exception of the Creation, where the actual Biblical text is used, a summary of each story is given, followed by indications of its background significance. It must not be concluded, however, that such explanation as is offered is the only one. The author writes as a student and not as an authority. Where a direct interpretation from Dr. Steiner or other source is given, this is stated. Where there are particular problems in finding a satisfactory explanation, this is also indicated. It is obvious that much of what is contained here will be better understood after an intensive study of Anthroposophy.
This book retells important stories from the Old Testament, making them accessible while retaining some of the flavor of the language of the King James translation. This book will be helpful for the Waldorf third grade teacher preparing to tell some of these stories.
England's most prolific master teacher offers a concise overview of the task and method of imparting a sound understanding of English (or any mother language) to students in grades 1 through 8. Topics: Teaching English The Origin of Language The Various Aspects of Language Child Development Practical Work - General Speaking Writing Grammar Compositions Literature Discussions of Class Work, grade by grade
This book presents plays to be performed for or by young children. Contents: The Billy Goats Gruff; The Owl; Rumpelstiltskin; The Traveling Musicians; The Dragon and the Boy with the Flute; The Donkey, the Table, and the Stick.
Of all subjects, geography perhaps lends itself best to awakening a feeling of social responsibility. By social responsibility, we mean the awareness of, and consideration for, other people and other modes of life. The earth is the living space and the workplace of all human beings. Since we have a world economy, the use of the world's resources is everybody's business. Is it a pleasant thought that one in every three of the world's population is undernourished? There are diseases that are the concern of every nation. The whole question of pollution is now very much in the public mind. Water is polluted, so is the atmosphere. Natural resources are limited. Humanity has a responsibility to the earth itself, if only in self-interest. Geography shows the interdependence of the human being and nature, and also demonstrates the necessity for wide cooperation.
Roy Wilkinson lays out an approach to the four essential personality tendencies of children during the early elementary grades. What we call "temperaments" today were known in Greek times as the "four humors," which medical science at the time considered very important. Knowledge of the temperaments has fallen into the background, but Rudolf Steiner pointed to their importance for educators. Temperament has nothing to do with character or morality, but is in itself a basic quality--a "substance" though not material. People act or react in a certain ways according to their temperaments, irrespective of her upbringing, education, social standing, moral standards, or knowledge. The four temperaments--melancholic, phlegmatic, sanguine, and choleric--are related to the four elements--earth, water, air, and fire. In this book, Roy Wilkinson offers practical applications of such insights for teachers, parents, caretakers, and classroom situations.
In the History curriculum for seventh and eighth grades in a Waldorf school the focus is on the developing individual human biography and consciousness, from the Renaissance and Age of Discovery to the great upheavals and new inventions in modern times. At any given time there are both backward-looking and forward-looking elements. This book follows a timeline through the history of Europe and North America. References suggest ways to weave in similar material from other cultures. These can also be included in Geography and Literature studies if the History period allotment is too confining.
Physics for ages 12-14 Chemistry for ages 12-13 Roy Wilkinson outlines the background and practical guidelines for teaching these subjects: 6th grade--sound, light, heat, magnetism, electricity 7th grade--6th-grade subjects continued; mechanics, chemistry. Describe the work of factories and transport showing how physics, chemistry, geography, and natural science are interwoven. 8th grade--hydraulics, aeromechanics; practical applications of what has been studied in 6th and 7th grades: meteorology, climatology, chemistry Contents: Introduction Sound Light and Color Heat Magnetism and Electricity Mechanics Hydraulics Pneumatics Meteorology and Climatology Combustion Salts and Salt-formation The Metals The Organic World The Nature of Substance
In many ways, Rudolf Steiner is the forgotten genius of recent times. A powerful thinker, who developed an intricate spiritual philosophy based on his ability to research and perceive spiritual dimensions, Steiner is perhaps best known today for his legacy to education, medicine and agriculture. But behind these practical manifestations of his ideas lies a profound teaching, which he called a 'science of the spirit' or 'anthroposophy'. In these wonderfully succinct summaries of Steiner's thought, Roy Wilkinson introduces us to aspects of this spiritual philosophy. The twelve chapters are on the following themes: Rudolf Steiner, herald of a new age; reincarnation and karma; the spiritual nature of the human being; the development of human consciousness; evolution of the world and humanity; relationships between the living and the dead; forces of evil; the modern path of initiation; life between death and rebirth; the spiritual hierarchies; the philosophical approach to the spirit; the mission of Christ.
Wilkinson's captures the essence of subject, timing, and approach for grades 1 through 12 in Waldorf education. You'll find a remarkable tour of the 1919 curriculum, with modern commentary and suggestions, in under 60 pages!
The Human Being and the Animal World is a resource book for teaching about animals in relation to human beings. It is recommended for Waldorf school classes four and five (ages 9 to 11).
The reality of the fairy stories lies in the fact that their content portrays soul experiences, cosmic truths, the process of the individual's development, the elemental world, folk wisdom, and apocalyptic imaginations. These "reports," however, are not couched in conceptual language, but in imaginative pictures. A whole world of spiritual scientific knowledge is contained in them. This book interprets thirty-nine popular fairy tales from an Anthroposophical point of view.
Contemplation of nature's works is not only an eye-opener, but also a mind-opener. Wonder is not just the first step to knowledge, but it is a powerful force in the development of the human soul. Contents include: The plant world (the form of the plant; geometrical designs in flowers; flowers and insects; the metamorphosis of plants; the stages of plant development; the vegetational regions of the earth; classifications of plants; herbs; recognizing trees and uses of various timbers) and geology (rocks and rock formation; geology and scenery)
Education is one of the most hotly debated subjects of the day. This book points to the unique approach of the philosopher and educationalist Rudolf Steiner, whose spiritual thought has provided practical new insight. Roy Wilkinson gives an overview of Steiner education and its spiritual background, showing how the development of the whole human being is its aim, rather than simply the dispensing of knowledge. He demonstrates how the inner needs of the child can be nourished through a choice of subjects and a method of presentation which accords with the objective developmental stages of the human being.
The Gothic gem of Arbury Hall, set in an historic park in Warwickshire, lies adjacent to the Manor of Astley. These manors have been home to generations of Newdegates, after the family gradually transferred most of their interests from their previous home, Harefield Manor in Middlesex, during the Elizabethan period and since. Roy Wilkinson's fascination with a place that has a history stretching as far back as the eleventh century, and as far afield as the outer reaches of the once-vast British Empire, began in his childhood. Since then, he has witnessed myriad changes at the three manors, faithfully recorded here in this brisk historical document. From Domesday through to the twenty-first century, the Newdigate-Newdegates lived, died, married, gave birth to new generations and entertained lavishly through civil wars, skirmishes, world wars, scandals and massive social changes, even being home to a POW camp during the Second World War. The next generation may well provide equally rich material for another document of this kind - their future at Arbury will one day be another seam of its history.
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