First Grade Readiness
Ask Kytka Archives: May 20, 1999 Q. How do I know my child is ready for first grade? A. For those of you who may have children from 5 on upwards who believe that “My child is ready for the First...
View ArticleAlphabet Letters, Waldorf Style
Ask Kytka Archives: January 1, 2003 Q: How do I introduce the Letters of the Alphabet, Waldorf style? A: “I have come up with images, stories and activities for only about half of the alphabet. Is...
View ArticleWhy Isn’t My Child Scribbling or Drawing?
Ask Kytka Archives: January 4, 2003 “My daughter is nearly three and while she has scribbled a bit in the past, shows no true interest in it. I’ve tried all types of crayons in all types of settings,...
View ArticleDiscipline In Light of Defiance
Ask Kytka Archives: April 12, 2002 Q. ”I need advice on how to handle complete defiance…for example, my 4 yr. old just looks at me and says, “No.” with a grin on his face when I ask him to do...
View ArticleWaldorf Painting Verses
Ask Kytka Archives: November 11, 2oo1 Q: We are preparing to paint, do you have any painting or color verses or stories? A: Oh yes indeed! Here are some that we have used and please also feel free to...
View ArticleThe Little Hobgoblin: A Halloween Story
Ask Kytka Archives: March 2, 1999 Once there was a little hobgoblin who lived deep in the woods, in a little rocky dell. He was a very naughty little hobgoblin, for his favorite pastime was to play...
View ArticleThe Sugar Sprite
Halloween is just around the corner and it’s best to avoid the sugary sweets which are always a part of “modernized Halloween”. At our house, we tell this story and exchange our sweets for much better...
View ArticleAutumn Verses
Ask Kytka Archives: June 12, 2002 Q: Do you have any verses for Autumn? A: I sure do! Here are a few of our favorite verses and even an Autumn story! Enjoy! Autumn wind came stealing Through the woods...
View ArticleHalloween Painting Story
Enjoy the story and the numerous reference links I have included in the end… I’ve done this with my daughters for the last two years. Although it’s recommended for Grade 1 or 2, my four year old...
View ArticleAutumn
As the days grow shorter and the year begins its descent towards winter, all of nature’s creatures begin to prepare for the leaner times ahead. Nature Tables are lovely this time of year with all of...
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