Waldorf Essentials

Waldorf Essentials

Hosted by: Melisa and Erik Neilsen

Who are we? I’m Melisa! A mom of five children with only two left at home. I’ve been a wife, an ex-wife and a wife again. Two of my children have spectrum struggles. My oldest has ASD (autism spectrum disorder) and my...

Episodes

150. If You Struggle With Mother's Day

Season #1

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...
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149. Diversity in Waldorf Education

Season #1

Join Melisa as she delves deep into how Waldorf homeschooling can provide wonderful opportunities for diversity. Waldorf education can sometimes be viewed as not diverse enough; and for some Waldorf schools, that may...
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148. Menu Stacking

Season #1

Meals are a key component to your rhythm!   Discover how you can plan your week of meals using this meal stacking technique.    Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of...
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{ Encore } Handwork Part 2

Season #1

Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest:...
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147. Summer Rhythm

Season #1

Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials shares what their families summer rhythm looks like.  - Tips for sleep rhythm in the summer. - Blocks that can be moved to summer.  - Making up material.  - Working ahead on...
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146. Sleep Rhythm

Season #1

Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials often gets the question of "how do I create a sleep rhythm?".    - Don't let the day get away from you.    - Backwards plan, if the kids need to be in bed at this time ____. When...
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145. Homeschool Co Op Etiquette

Season #1

Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials has been leading homeschool co ops for many years.    Melisa shares helpful co op etiquette for you to successfully lead or attend a homeschool co op.    - Start with yourself, how...
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{ Encore } Handwork Part 1

Season #1

Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest:...
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144. { Auriel's Light } Waldorf Education Grade 3

Season #1

FULL VIDEO NOW HERE:Candle or Lantern Access include full video.https://www.aurielslight.org/storeOur grade 3 curriculum  https://www.waldorfessentials.com/store Who is ready for grade 3? The content in each grade is...
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143. Is Waldorf Open and Go for Homeschooling Curriculum?

Season #1

Melisa Nielsen at Waldorf Essentials provides you with curriculum and support for you to succeed in your homeschooling.    In this video, Melisa explains why Waldorf homeschooling curriculum can not be open and go....
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142. Struggling with Media Usage in Your Home?

Season #1

Homeschooling and parenting with Melisa and Erik Nielsen Waldorf Essentials.    Screens are everywhere and for most parents, they provide an easy way to have some peace. The questions become, “when is it okay for kids...
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{ Encore } Inner Work and Planning

Season #1

Have the homeschool and peaceful foundation of your dreams. https://www.waldorfessentials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waldorf_essentials/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaldorfEssentials/ Pinterest:...
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