142 Action, Finger, Circle, Clapping, Beanbag, Chasing, Water,
Tumbling, Story, and Singing Games
Waldorf Games Handbook for the Early Years is a handy guide to playing
games with young children. This classic game book offers a handy
resource for parents, teachers, forest school educators, and play
leaders. The games are tried and tested and draw on worldwide Steiner
and Waldorf-inspired education, in which the "work" of children is their
play. Child development is explored and how this is aided by a rich
treasury of games--action, finger, circle, clapping, beanbag, chasing,
water, tumbling, story, and singing games. Includes both traditional
favorites and new games created to engage with challenging behavior.
Each game is clearly and simply described, with diagrams and drawings
showing how to play. The games weave rhythms, movement, songs, stories,
and pictures and invite children into worlds of vibrant wonder.
These games help children feel at ease in their bodies, build
relationships and enjoy playing.