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Work and Play in Early Childhood

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Playful Learning in Early Childhood

Discover how rhythm, repetition and imitation guide Steiner-Waldorf learning, helping children grow, explore and flourish through work and play.

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Work and Play in Early Childhood by Freya Jaffke, translated by Christian von Arnim, explores how rhythm, repetition and imitation shape learning in Steiner-Waldorf kindergartens. Packed with practical insights, it guides parents and teachers through the early years with warmth and expertise.

  • Explains the role of rhythm, repetition and example in early learning
  • Covers play, craft, festivals and the daily rhythm of a Waldorf kindergarten
  • Offers practical advice for nurturing imagination, will and development
  • Guides supporting children at every stage, from crawling to contrariness

A thoughtful guide that helps adults create a playful, structured environment where children can flourish and grow.

ISBN: 9780863152276
Format: Softcover
Pages: 80
Dimensions: L 19.8cm W 13cm
Weight: 80g

Recommended Age: 3 - 7 Years

Floris Books is an award-winning independent publisher based in Edinburgh, known for its unique collection of children's and non-fiction books. With a passion for imagination, nature, and learning, Floris offers titles on Steiner-Waldorf education and beautifully illustrated picture books. It publishes the largest selection of Elsa Beskow books in English, along with beloved works by Gerda Muller and other brilliant authors and illustrators.

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