Welcome to A Waldorf Journey! Let's explore the artistic tools that shape a Waldorf classroom, from beeswax crayons to colored pencils, and why these choices matter for child development.
🔹 Beeswax Crayons – Supporting grip strength, movement, and blending colors for a sensory-rich experience.
🔹 Why No Graphite Pencils? – Encouraging openness and self-expression rather than rigid precision.
🔹 Markers vs. Natural Materials – How markers lack depth, texture, and warmth compared to crayons and pencils.
🔹 Transition to Colored Pencils – A gradual shift toward fine motor control in later grades.
🔹 Other Art Supplies – Insights on oil crayons, watercolor pencils, and drawing tools for upper grades.
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Product recommendations mentioned in this video (affiliate links):
Stockmar beeswax crayons: https://amzn.to/3Q8xb3Q
Super Ferby pencils: https://amzn.to/412XTkB
Filia oil crayons
Caran d'Ache Watercolor crayons
Blackwing graphite pencils
Lyra Rembrandt pencils
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