There are many causes for stress and anxiety in our changing world. The following ideas, for children and caregivers, can help reduce the stress we are all experiencing these days. Prioritize time outside. We cannot say enough about the benefits …
Maintaining Healthy Connections While Social Distancing
Many students and families have now experienced several weeks at home without school and without additional school related activities, like sports, music lessons, play dates, etc. Everyone’s lives have changed unexpectedly; this sudden change can lead to unease—and a natural …
Dressing for the Weather: Layering 101
On account of the warmish weather we’ve been having recently, our play yard can be summed up in one word: MUD! It’s hard to know how to dress your child(ren) when the weather is both wet and cold, and the …
New Parent Library Space!
All City of Lakes Waldorf School parents are welcome to borrow books on parenting, child development, Waldorf education, and more from our Parent Library. And thanks to the vision and hard work of parent volunteers Alison Hutchison and Kelly Deignan, this …
All Your Child Really Needs this Holiday Season
For many of us, the hustle and bustle of the holiday season can be overwhelming. During this time of year especially, we could all use a little encouragement to slow down, breathe, and focus on what is truly important. Internationally-renowned …
Rain, Mud, and the North Wind: The Power of Outdoor Play
The forecast is for more of the same wonderful weather we’ve had so far this week. Yes, it’s messy… but how many people don’t have at least one or two joyful childhood memories involving mud pies, puddle splashing, and rain-spout …
Kim John Payne Lecture: “Raising Respectful Kids in a Culture of Disrespect”
Monday, November 2 7 pm: Lecture & discussion at Minneapolis First Seventh-Day Adventist Church 2315 Nicollet Ave S | Minneapolis, MN 55404 $10 suggested donation 8 pm: Reception & book signing at City of Lakes Waldorf School 2344 Nicollet Ave …
Separation Anxiety: Tips For Parents on the First Day of School
by: Anna Ridgeway, Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher As the children begin the school year, many for the very first time, I would like to offer three simple suggestions in easing the important transition from home to school. 1. Visit our classroom. …