Waldorf Education (Rudolf Steiner's Ideas in Practice)

This basic introduction to the Waldorf School describes the philosophy and ideals behind the movement that aims to help children become freethinking, socially responsible adults with initiative. There are over 700 Steiner Waldorf Schools in 40 countries, including 127 in the United States, making it the largest independent educational movement in the world. Rudolf Steiner is most widely known as the founder of the Waldorf Schools and for his innovative ideas on children's mental, physical and emotional development. What these ideas were and how they have been put into practice are clearly described and vividly illustrated by pertinent examples from the classroom and the curriculum. Includes 40 black and white photographs.

Christopher Clouder taught English, history, and art history in Waldorf schools in Holland and England. He is active in teacher traning and in promoting Waldorf education worldwide.

Martyn Rawson was a class teacher in York (UK) and has taught English, art history, and anthropology in Germany. His is involved in teacher training and in promoting Waldorf education wherever possible.