Well I Wonder, 9781855841246
Paperback
Guides the reader through the stages of childhood development and explains children’s need of daily rhythm, movement and play. The author emphasizes the importance of guarding the quality of imagination, and indicates the significance of festivals and celebrations.

Well I Wonder

childhood in the modern world, a handbook for parents, teachers and carers

$43.37

  • Paperback

    232 pages

  • Release Date

    16 October 2006

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Summary

‘Have we come to misunderstand children? Have we forgotten that children’s consciousness, their minds, are intrinsically different from ours? And is that why we are trying to train them to become ‘adult’, rather than realizing we need to relearn our way of thinking in order to understand children?’ Given the fast pace of modern life, traditional qualities associated with childhood - imagination, play, wonder…fun! - are in danger of being left behind. Surrounded by technology and pressured int…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781855841246
ISBN-10:185584124X
Author:Sally Schweizer
Publisher:Rudolf Steiner Press
Imprint:Rudolf Steiner Press
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:232
Release Date:16 October 2006
Weight:535g
Dimensions:235mm x 135mm
Series:Bringing Spirit to Life
About The Author

Sally Schweizer

SALLY SCHWEIZER is a state-trained teacher. She has taught mostly under-sevens, been a teacher-trainer and an advisor. Her principal concern regards children’s loss of childhood. Having written many articles related to this theme, this is her first book for parents, teachers and carers. Music has been central to her life, along with spending much time outside, being a keen gardener and conservationist in adulthood.

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