Waldorf Mathematics for Grades 1-8: Engaging the Math Genius in Every Child

Ron Jarman believes there is a math genius in every child and adult, and this comprehensive resource can be used by educators to teach mathematics with imagination while laying solid foundations for life. Drawing work on numbers from everyday life stimulates children's interest, and Ron's unique approach, which draws on Pythagoras, the ancient Greeks, and Rudolf Steiner, re-imagines the vital importance of learning mathematics for human development. This resource has been time-tested for more than a hundred years by Waldorf teachers and helps educators develop confidence.

The book covers an overview of the Waldorf math curriculum, the relationship between math and personal development, math and education, and what engages children during their successive stages of development. It also explores the journey of learning mathematics through grades 1 to 8 (ages 6–14), with tips, proven examples, exercises, questions, and diagrams.

Ron Jarman's "jaunty style makes for easy reading," and the book is "compulsive reading and conveys the magic of good Maths teaching," as stated by Chris Clarke in the foreword. Hawthorn republished this book by popular demand, as it was originally published in 1998 as "Teaching Mathematics in Rudolf Steiner Schools for Classes 1–8."

The book emphasizes that educators can use this resource to develop confidence and teach mathematics with imagination, while also laying solid foundations for life. The focus on drawing work on numbers from everyday life, coupled with Ron's unique approach, aims to help children easily grasp math principles, eliminating the need for endless worksheets. The book's exploration of the Waldorf math curriculum, the relationship between math and personal development, and the successive stages of children's engagement, provides educators with a comprehensive understanding of the importance of learning mathematics for human development.

Overall, this book offers a compelling and insightful perspective on teaching mathematics, drawing on the wisdom of Pythagoras, the ancient Greeks, and Rudolf Steiner, to create a unique and effective approach that can benefit both educators and students.

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