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...

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152. What Needs to Happen Right Now?

Season #1

Waldorf homeschooling can feel like a large feat to take on. Melisa has 15+ years of experience to help guide you along the way.    Melisa inspires you with: - Foundations for early childhood - Waldorf curriculum by...
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{ Encore } What Does it Mean to Hold the Space

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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151. { Auriel's Light } Navigating Divorce

Season #1

FULL VIDEO NOW HERE:Candle or Lantern Access include full video.https://www.aurielslight.org/storeJoin my support group here:https://www.aurielslight.org/offers/VN22ywfk Steady and Strong is a support group for...
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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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