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Floris Books have the widest selection of Steiner-Waldorf education books and textbooks in the UK. We publish books for Waldorf teachers and books on Special Education. We also distribute books published by Waldorf UK, Waldorf Publications and WECAN.

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Also in this section are a range of Karl Konig Archive books in English.

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For more information on Steiner-Waldorf education, please visit the Waldorf UK or the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (US).

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The Age of Revolution

The Age of Revolution

Charles Kovacs
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A wonderful overview of world history from the eighteenth to twentieth centuries for children which is written in Charles Kovacs's warm and expressive style.... Read more

The Age of Revolution

The Age of Revolution

Charles Kovacs
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An overview of world history from the 18th to 20th centuries, including the French, American and Industrial Revolutions. A resource for Steiner-Waldorf teachers of Class 8 (age 13-14).... Read more

Ancient Greece

Ancient Greece

Charles Kovacs
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A retelling of Greek mythology and history as recommended for Steiner-Waldorf curriculum Classes 5-6 (ages ten to twelve).... Read more

Ancient Greece

Ancient Greece

Charles Kovacs
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A wonderful retelling of Greek mythology and ancient history for children which is written in Charles Kovacs's warm and expressive style.... Read more

Ancient Rome

Ancient Rome

Charles Kovacs
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An overview of Roman history as recommended for Steiner-Waldorf Class 6 (ages eleven to twelve).... Read more

Ancient Rome

Ancient Rome

Charles Kovacs
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An exciting overview of Roman history for children which is vividly brought to life in Charles Kovacs's warm and expressive style.... Read more

Biographies for the Eighth Grade

Biographies for the Eighth Grade

Susan Cook
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A helpful resource for Steiner-Waldorf teachers approaching history for Class 8, this collection includes the stories of twenty remarkable men and women from around the world, in... Read more

A Brief History of Chemistry

A Brief History of Chemistry

Michael Ridenour
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A concise book that traces the evolution of modern chemistry through the rich stories of those who devoted their lives to its advancement.... Read more

Chapters from Ancient History: In Biographic Vein

Chapters from Ancient History: In Biographic Vein

Edited by Dorothy Harrer
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A rich collection of insights into the cultures of Ancient India, Persia, Babylon, Mesopotamia, Egypt and Greece. This is an invaluable book for Wa... Read more

Gardening Classes in Waldorf Schools

Gardening Classes in Waldorf Schools

Birte Kaufmann; Translated by Matthew Barton
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Addresses all aspects of teaching gardening, including teaching methods, lesson planning for different age groups, and maintaining the garde... Read more

Growing Sustainable Children: A Garden Teacher's Guide

Growing Sustainable Children: A Garden Teacher's Guide

Ronni Sands and Willow Summer
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An indispensable resource for anyone teaching gardening to children, including a comprehensive curriculum and activities.... Read more

A Handbook for Steiner-Waldorf Class Teachers

A Handbook for Steiner-Waldorf Class Teachers

Kevin Avison
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A useful and practical resource book for Steiner-Waldorf teachers with detailed suggestions and checklists for Classes 1-8.... Read more

The History of Waldorf Education Worldwide: Volume 1: 1919-1945

The History of Waldorf Education Worldwide: Volume 1: 1919-1945

Nana Göbel
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Traces the establishing years of the revolutionary schools movement. The first of two volumes celebrating 100 years of Waldorf education.... Read more

A Journey Through Time in Verse and Rhyme

A Journey Through Time in Verse and Rhyme

Edited by Heather Thomas
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An invaluable collection of poetry for use by teachers of children aged six to fourteen.... Read more

Karl König's Path into Anthroposophy: Reflections from his Diaries

Karl König's Path into Anthroposophy: Reflections from his Diaries

Peter Selg and Karl König
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Follows Karl König's spiritual journey from his early years to the end of his life, through the words of his diari... Read more

An essential resource for Steiner-Waldorf teachers, filled with practical examples and beautiful illustrations to help teache... Read more

Physical Education and Movement in Waldorf Schools

Physical Education and Movement in Waldorf Schools

Edited by Gerlinde Idler and Lutz Gerding; Translated by Geoff Hunter
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This essential guide for Waldorf teachers provides advice and exercises for teaching physical educati... Read more

Place-Based Education: Connecting Classrooms and Communities

Place-Based Education: Connecting Classrooms and Communities

David Sobel
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A comprehensive overview of the theory and current best practice of experiential, place-based education, which advocates learning in real-world setti... Read more

A Portrait of Camphill: From Founding Seed to Worldwide Movement

A Portrait of Camphill: From Founding Seed to Worldwide Movement

Edited by Jan Martin Bang
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A joyful celebration in pictures and words of the story of Camphill.... Read more

Roman Lives

Roman Lives

Dorothy Harrer
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A detailed and fascinating history of the Roman world from Class 6 (ages12--13).... Read more

Stories of the Saints: A Collection for Children

Stories of the Saints: A Collection for Children

Siegwart Knijpenga
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Inspirational tales of remarkable people, especially selected for their appeal and relevance to children aged seven and up.... Read more

String, Straight-edge and Shadow: The Story of Geometry

String, Straight-edge and Shadow: The Story of Geometry

Julia E. Diggins; Illustrated by Corydon Bell
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This engaging book weaves history and legend to explain the story of geometry and the discoveries of the most famous mat... Read more

String, Straight-edge and Shadow: The Story of Geometry

String, Straight-edge and Shadow: The Story of Geometry

Julia E. Diggins; Illustrated by Corydon Bell
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This engaging book weaves together history and legend to explain the story of geometry and the discoveries of the most f... Read more

An engaging and beautifully illustrated guide to teaching art history in Waldorf schools Class 9 (ages... Read more

Waldorf Early Childhood Education: An Introductory Reader

Waldorf Early Childhood Education: An Introductory Reader

Edited by Shannon Honigblum
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An insightful collection of essays on a wide range of topics within early years education.... Read more

The Wisdom of Waldorf: 100 Reflections on Waldorf Education to Enrich and Inspire

The Wisdom of Waldorf: 100 Reflections on Waldorf Education to Enrich and Inspire

Introduction by Patrice Maynard; Foreword by Kevin Avison
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A collection of historical and original reflections from a range of voices in Wald... Read more

The History of Waldorf Education Worldwide: Volume 2: 1945-2019

The History of Waldorf Education Worldwide: Volume 2: 1945-2019

Nana Göbel
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£35.00
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Explores the development of Waldorf Education from the end of the Second World War to the present day. Richly illustrated with over 100 colour... Read more

Discovering Camphill: New Perspectives, Research and Developments

Discovering Camphill: New Perspectives, Research and Developments

Edited by Robin Jackson; Foreword by Andrew Kendrick
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An important book which brings together research from scholars and experts in a variety of disciplines ... Read more

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