Basic Sculptural Modeling

Hella Loewe

ISBN 10: 1888365730 / ISBN 13: 9781888365733

Published by AWSNA Publications, US, 2006

In this well-illustrated book Hella Loewe describes her research and practice of working with modelling in the early years of a Steiner-Waldorf school. She describes meeting a class of mixed nationalities with social and behavioral challenges, and how she was able to temper this class through specific modelling techniques.Are the children coming into our classrooms today requiring more will-centered activities? Loewe believes this is so and challenges teachers to take a new look at the traditional Waldorf modelling curriculum through her re-examination of Rudolf Steiner's indications.Contents include:Modeling with Clay in the First GradeStep-by-Step Guide for Grades One through ThreePractical ExperiencesAbout the Effects of Modeling with ClayExcerpts by Rudolf Steiner Regarding Sculptural Modeling. Seller Inventory # LU-9781888365733

Synopsis:

What a delight this book makes of working with clay with younger elementary aged children! It is so simple and so satisfying. Using clay as a responsive substance, Loewe describes how to build strength in the child through hard work with clay making elusively pure forms like a simple sphere. The book is richly illustrated with step-by-step photographs designed to make expert sculpture modelers and teachers of us all. Teachers and parents will find the book a fine guide in hours of work and play in modeling. It holds one grand idea after the other. It is therapeutic and quieting for all engaged in the activity. Mindfulness follows the practices explained in the book!

About the Author: Hella Loewe is an experienced Waldorf teacher in Stuttgart who has devised a method of working with clay in the early years of school.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Basic Sculptural Modeling
Publisher: AWSNA Publications, US
Publication Date: 2006
Binding: Paperback
Condition: New