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A Daily Rhythm Song, perfect to bake with your children!

Why are Daily Rhythms important?

In Waldorf homes, establishing a steady rhythm creates a comforting and predictable flow for children.

These daily rhythms provide a sense of security and help children connect with their surroundings, strengthening their learning and language development naturally. By introducing simple songs in Spanish that align with their activities, we can enrich this daily rhythm with joyful, language-filled moments and help your children learn and develop the love for langu…

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12 Best Alternative Ways to Celebrate Halloween: Waldorf-Inspired Ideas

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12 Alternative Ways to Celebrate Halloween: Waldorf-Inspired Ideas

1. Create a Treasure or Scavenger Hunt

This idea involves hiding clues for the children to find a special treat bag (not filled with candy!) that they can discover through play. You can even incorporate Spanish words into the clues to make it educational.

Some Spanish words are:

La Calabaza - Pumpkin

El Murciélago - Bat

La Araña - Spider

El Hada - Fairy

El Duende - Elf

La Bruja Buena - Good Witch

El Granero - Barn

La Manzana - Apple

El Maiz …

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Michaelmas, a festival that comes just in time (even though it looks like the opposite)

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September is the month of the Equinox, the harvest, and Michaelmas.

September is a month of a lot of changes. Both internal and external.

September feels like A LOT!

The change of seasons, from Summer to Autumn.

The change of light, as the days get shorter and shorter.

The change of temperature, from hot to cold.

The change of rhythms and lifestyle, from the free summer days to the school or homeschooling days.

The change of food, from the sweet summer fruits to the arrival of the pumpkins, apples, and…

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Celebrate Halloween Waldorf-Style with a Spanish Song: El Panadero (The Baker)

As Halloween approaches, many families are rethinking how they want to celebrate. Over the past few years, the holiday has taken on new meanings and traditions, with some parents looking for ways to make the experience more aligned with their values or the interests of their children as they grow.

In Waldorf schools in Spain, Halloween has been embraced in a unique way. Instead of the usual spooky costumes, children celebrate with a profession-themed costume party. The kids dress up as their favo…

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