Waldorf- Inspired Fables and Word Mastery
Using fables and word mastery practice along with crayon, pencil, painting and wax activities we will work to build early literacy skills.
Chelsea Niehaus
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(330)
What's included
13 live meetings
10 hrs 50 mins in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Students will do experiential projects and some word and story reading from the Word Mastery Primer.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Using hands-on methods including painting, drawing, and wax modeling we will continue to expand the literacy skills learned in the Waldorf Fairytales and Letters course. We will also use painting, crayon and pencil drawing, and wax modeling to enhance the quality of handwriting and drawing as well as building up the child's artistic sensibility. Each week will hear a new fable and then draw, write, paint or model the themes that relate to that particular story. We will also study an element of word mastery. Each class will begin and end with a secular verse to get us in the mindset for working. Classes may also include movement, songs, poems or seasonal activities. Week 1 – Lion and the Mouse & Review Consonants and Vowels Week 2 – The Fox and The Grapes & S and Possessives Week 3 – The Tree and The Reed & Word Endings and Beginnings Week 4 – The Bald Man and the Fly & Y and Vowel Digraphs Week 5 –The Crow and the Pitcher & ing and er Week 6 -The Serpent and the File & ow and ou Week 7 – The Frog and the Ox & ph & gh Week 8 - The Frog and the Ox & ing, ang, ong, ung, and ength Week 9 - The Emperor’s New Clothes & Silent Letters Week 10 - -The Goat and The Wolf & Word Endings Week 11 – The Ape and the Firefly & r controlled vowels Week 12 –The Bear Says North & ar, air, aw & sh as ti Week 13 – Final Project
Other Details
Supply List
Main Lesson Book (Spiral Bound Sketchbook Works) Block Crayons and Stick Crayons Colored Pencils Red, Yellow, and Blue Watercolors plus Paintbrush and Jars for Paint Modeling Wax or Clay Word Mastery Primer (Link for Free Download will be given upon enrollment)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2017
4.7
330reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Welcome! I'm Chelsea, teacher, and mother of two children ages 8 and 13. I've been working with Outschool since 2017 and as an online teacher since 2016. Outside of the online world, I am a currently working as a Waldorf Lead Teacher for Grades 6, former Waldorf Handwork Teacher, and former Waldorf Early Childhood Extended Care Teacher. In the past, I've also been a junior high art teacher and a substitute teacher as well.
I have been involved in the world of Waldorf as both a teacher and parent for over a decade now. I am currently working on my Waldorf teaching certification with The Sophia Institute. I have also participated in the iWaldorf grades teachers conference and Jamie York Math training for Waldorf teachers. I am passionate about Waldorf education and I love being able to share it with families on Outschool.
I am also certified as an EFL/ESL teacher with both my TEFL and IDELT certificates. I have a Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) in Arts Administration and a Master's Degree in Business (MBA).
I am fascinated by languages and have been lucky to have spent time traveling out of the country to several places including Germany. My trips to Germany have included being a part of an ambassador group to kick off my hometown's sister cities program with Wasserburg, Germany. I have also been involved with hosting several German exchange students through the aforementioned program as well as through other exchange organizations. I've studied the German language for several years and still continue to practice with conversational German tutors to keep my own skills fresh.
I am also an avid student of natural health and have completed several certification programs in this area including herbology, essential oils, and wellness coaching for children, families and pregnant women. I am currently pursuing my ND certification as well and hope to finish within the next 3 years.
When I'm not teaching you find me working on my latest drawing or painting, reading or enjoying time with my children. I am so thankful that online teaching gives me the opportunity to teach from my home while connecting with people around the world. I can't wait to work with you and your child!Reviews
Live Group Class
$165
for 13 classes1x per week, 13 weeks
50 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
3-6 learners per class
