Charles Kovacs Bücher

This resource serves as an essential guide for Steiner-Waldorf teachers, offering practical insights and strategies to enhance their teaching practices. It emphasizes the holistic approach of the Steiner-Waldorf philosophy, focusing on nurturing the child's development through creativity and experiential learning. The book includes valuable tools, lesson plans, and methods tailored to the unique educational environment, making it an indispensable companion for educators seeking to enrich their classrooms and foster a deeper connection with their students.

New revised edition of a classic text featuring stories of key European historical figures from the Crusades to the Renaissance. A helpful resource for teaching Class 7 in the Steiner-Waldorf curriculum.

A retelling of Greek mythology and history as recommended for Steiner-Waldorf curriculum Class 5-6 (age 10-12).

The meaning of some of the world's great myths and legends springs to life in this collection of stories, retold here for children. Through the epic adventures of colorful characters―from kings and beggars to gods and demons―the reader may glimpse the ancient wisdom of early humankind. Spanning the centuries from Atlantis to the civilizations of India, Persia, Babylonia, and Egypt, the author portrays human development, from primitive hunters to builders of magnificent cities and the great pyramids. Buddha, Krishna, Rama, Zarathustra, Gilgamesh, Isis, and Osiris are just a few of the lively participants in the unfolding historical narrative.

Recommended for Steiner-Waldorf teachers of Class 11 (age 16-17) as a way of introducing world literature.

Here is a valuable overview of world history, from the eighteenth to twentieth centuries, including the French, American and Industrial revolutions. Kovacs chooses pertinent stories to create a rich tapestry that shows the development of humankind, from medieval times--when every person had a fixed place in the social hierarchy--to the awakening of individuality in modern times. In the Waldorf curriculum, this period of history is usually taught in class 8 (ages 13-14).

An overview of Roman history as recommended for Steiner-Waldorf Class 6 (age 11-12).

Looks at how Christian festivals fit into the structure and rhythms of the earth and the cosmos. Originally given as lectures to Steiner School parents.

A teacher resource book for human physiology and anatomy for Steiner-Waldorf Classes 7 and 8 (ages 12-14).

The book provides a comprehensive exploration of diverse plant life, including fungi, algae, lichens, and flowering plants like lilies and roses. It details the anatomy of each plant and their growth cycles, serving as a valuable educational resource. Specifically tailored for the Steiner-Waldorf curriculum, it is designed for students aged 10-12, making it an essential tool for enhancing botanical knowledge in classrooms.