Today I continue my conversation with Francaen McCall to find out a bit more about the Waldorf Steiner philosophy and what makes it such a special part of Functional Education. Many homeschool families choose to follow this approach, but why? Join us to learn more and be inspired - this may well form part of your own practice of homeschooling now or in the future.

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Functional Education

Waldorf Steiner NZ

In today's episode I am joined by the lovely and oozing with enthusiasm founder of Functional Education, Francean McCall. She speaks with inspiration of her love of teaching children using the Waldorf Steiner approach, blended with other learning philosophies, from her many years of experience and personal growth as a teacher. Listen in to hear of Francean's passion to support all home educating learners, whatever their needs and differences may be, through her online classes.

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www.functionaleducation.com

This week I am exploring the art of using the valuable tool of imitation to teach children writing. Sometimes we can get caught up in the fear of providing detailed instruction to children about grammar rules, how to compose sentences, how to 'express themselves' through writing. What if it wasn't as complicated as we have been led to believe? What if writing is more about expressing ideas from those gleaned in different contexts and from great mentors - authors? Giving your children tools and skills that will lead them into fullness of life is what today's episode is all about. Building simple, solid foundations is part of the molding process through education, join me to learn more.

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However Imperfectly by Andrew Pudewa

Charlotte Mason Made Easy by Stephanie Walmsley