How I Plan a Main Lesson Block

When I begin planning a new main lesson block, I don't start by writing daily lesson plans. Instead, I begin by thinking about the larger picture: the stories, skills, experiences, and artistic work that will shape the children's experience over the coming weeks. In this episode, I walk through the framework I use to plan every main lesson block and explain why each element matters. In this episode: Why I don't begin with individual lesson plans The role of imaginative content in block planning Planning academic skills with intention Choosing projects, readers, and main lesson book work Incorporating field trips and guest speakers How all of these elements work together to create a cohesive learning experience Continue the conversation This episode is paired with a new Substack post on A Waldorf Journey. Free subscribers will receive a deeper look at the planning process discussed in this episode. Paid subscribers will also receive downloadable versions of my Main Lesson Block Planning Template and Block Review Form, along with additional notes about how I use them throughout the school year. Subscribe at awaldorfjourney.substack.com. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be grateful if you subscribed, left a review, or shared it with another Waldorf teacher. Your support helps more educators discover the podcast.