In keeping with our commitment to the City of Baltimore, we have spent the last several years filling nearby Little Free Libraries (LFL) with gently used books from our school.

We do this because, "exposure to books is an integral part of social practices that foster long-term cognitive competencies spanning literacy, numeracy and [information communication technology] skills... Growing up with home libraries boosts adult skills in these areas beyond the benefits accrued from parental education or own educational or occupational attainment.”

Thankfully at WSB, and in Waldorf schools across the globe, these 12 "life skills worth keeping around — no matter how old school they may seem," are alive and well! 
 

While seemingly insignificant, weaving competencies, such as telling time, writing cursive, household chores, into our student's lives ensure they well-rounded human beings in addition to stellar scholars and leaders. http://ow.ly/hLF130mg1ns

In addition to their standard courses in math, science, language arts, Spanish, etc., WSB students are immersed in fantastic, spoken word stories. Whether it is circle time in Nursery through Kindergarten or Story Rest for 1st through 3rd grade, the children benefit from the enhanced listening and comprehension skills which stretch their curiosity and creativity. http://ow.ly/pcuZ30mbh4u

Q: Why won't kids listen? ​

A: "In order for kids to learn to listen, focus and follow directions as they grow, they need to develop proprioception and vestibular sense by experiencing many physical challenges during childhood."​