Waldorf dolls are soft dolls - usually handcrafted - that are used to help the child develop imagination.
Don't store avocado like this: it's dangerousWaldorf dolls are gods soft dolls - usually made by hand - which are used to help the child develop their imagination.
Waldorf pedagogy o steineriana it is an educational approach developed starting from 1919 on the basis of the indications of Rudolf Steiner, philosopher and pedagogist, as well as Austrian social reformer.
According to the Waldorf pedagogy it is necessary to devote oneself completely to the needs of evolution of the child in a view called evolutionary anthropology. Play is one of the most important tools for a child's growth and Waldorf dolls are part of it.
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Waldorf dolls, what are they
In the original Waldorf dolls facial features are poorly defined. This is a key feature of the Waldorf dolls that is used to leave room for the child's imagination. When a child plays with a Waldorf doll, he can associate his favorite expressions with the face. He can imagine the color of the eyes and the shape of the nose and lips, for example.
From a pedagogical point of view, Waldorf dolls are considered a useful tool to facilitate the child's dialogue with himself.
Waldorf dolls for boys and girls of all ages
Waldorf dolls are suitable toys for both boys and girls. According to Waldorf pedagogical experts, there is a doll for every age of the child. Waldorf dolls are designed for children of all ages and can be used from the earliest months
La doll for the first months of life of the child has a barely sketched body and does not have facial features.
When children grow up the dolls change with them and the legs and arms begin to take shape. With the passing years the doll reproduces the development of the child himself.
Read also: HOW TO DEVELOP ALL CHILD'S TALENTS (ACCORDING TO RUDOLF STEINER)
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Waldorf dolls, how to choose them
Waldorf dolls are a game for children and an important tool for parents, teachers, teachers, educators and for all those who live or work in contact with the little ones.
The ideal would be to make one or more custom Waldorf dolls for each child to give them as an educational game, but these dolls can also be bought since they are for sale, for example in stores specializing in Steiner toys and online. Find the handmade Waldorf dolls on sale in the markets of the Steiner schools.
It will be up to educators and parents to choose the best dolls to give to children.
The important thing is that the Waldorf dolls were made with natural fabrics and materials. Usually these dolls are created with wool and cotton. You can search online for Waldorf dolls like cloth dolls, rag dolls o soft dolls. The main feature to distinguish them from other dolls, however, remains that of the poorly defined facial features.
Waldorf dolls, DIY tutorial
On the web there are manuals and tutorial for making Waldorf dolls with do-it-yourself. To create Waldorf dolls it is good to know how to sew by hand or have a sewing machine available for best results.
Waldorf dolls, manual for making
Let's start with a complete manual available online that explains step by step how to create a Waldorf doll in all its details, taking care of the realization of the head, hair, padding and clothes. Here and here all the instructions.
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Waldorf dolls, pdf with diagram and tutorial
Waldorf dolls are soft wool-stuffed dolls that heat up on contact with the child's body. They give warmth and children have a lot of fun cradling and hugging them. Here the pdf with all instructions to create you.
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Waldorf dolls, how to create the head and body
The head and body are the main parts needed to create a Waldorf doll. THE photo tutorials they are useful to better understand how to make these very special dolls. Here all the images to follow.
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Waldorf dolls, pictures and explanations
A mom explains how she made Waldorf dolls for her children from the knowledge that creating toys is a real act of love towards their children. Here is the tutorial to follow.
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Bambole Waldorf
Moms are really very imaginative when it comes to making Waldorf dolls. Take a cue from their efforts to create your own personalized Waldorf dolls. Here all the instructions
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Courses to learn how to make Waldorf dolls
Do you want to learn how to make Waldorf dolls? The suggestion is to look for a Steiner school in your area and to ask if courses are organized from time to time explaining how to make these wonderful dolls by hand. Also inquire to find out if the courses are open to both the parents of the children attending the school and to external people. Here is an example.
Your Waldorf dolls
This Waldorf doll was made by our reader, louis manzardo.
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