EARLY CHILDHOOD CURRICULUM
The Summer Collection
Book release news to come
Sunshine, outdoor discovery, and stories for long summer days.
Three Companion Books. One Familiar Story World.
Bring seasonal stories into your home or classroom, then let them open into movement, nature study, art, handwork, and imaginative play.
01 · STORIES
Summer Storybook
A collection of seasonal stories woven through beloved, recurring characters. Traditional folk tales and fables find a home in a shared story world that children come to know and love.
Planned editions: hardcover & ebook
02 · LESSONS
Summer Companion Lesson Guide
Practical invitations to carry the stories into your days through nature study, outdoor activities, circle-time movement verses, imaginative play, handwork, and artistic expression.
Planned editions: spiral-bound print & ebook
03 · TELLING THE STORIES
Summer Puppet Plays & Oral Storytelling
Companion puppet plays and oral storytelling adaptations for a younger audience. A familiar cast of puppets lets many stories unfold while easing the work of preparing each show.
Planned editions: spiral-bound print & ebook
A Living Rhythm for the Season.
Stories and companion experiences support a Waldorf-inspired, holistic approach to early-childhood science and an unfolding relationship with the natural world.
Complete book editions will be announced separately when ready. Virtual Homeschool Co-op follows the current monthly curriculum window, with the prior month’s final week and next month’s first week alongside it. Complete books and the full seasonal library are separate from membership.
Ask About the Summer CollectionBring the Stories into Your Family’s Week
Gather for a story, fill the room with song, create with wool and watercolor, and follow the season outdoors. The Sunflower Story Garden Virtual Homeschool Co-op brings a connected, Waldorf-inspired curriculum for preschool through first grade into your home.
Seasonal story chapters and companion puppet plays connect with circle-time songs, fingerplays, poetry and movement; painting, modeling and handwork; Nature Table invitations; nature study and journaling; Forest School activities; and recipes from the Story Kitchen. Weekly overviews, preparation guidance and suggested rhythms help you choose experiences that suit your family.
Share questions, creative work and discoveries with other parents in our private community. Explore the membership guide for current availability, monthly access and application details. Approved local co-op families also gather for Seasonal Faires and playdates.