René Querido presents a concise summary of the purposes, philosophy, and methods of the Waldorf approach to education. An excellent introductory book for parents as well as teachers. Topics include: The Rhythms in the Life of the Child The Role of Temperaments Geography and the Earth World History and the Development of Wonder Gratitude and Responsibility René M. Querido, LLD, was a seminal figure in Waldorf education for a half century. He was educated in Holland, Belgium, France, and England and studied mathematics and physics at London University. Mr. Querido lectured throughout the world on historical and educational topics and was director of Rudolf Steiner College (Fair Oaks, California). He was also Secretary of the Anthroposophical Society in America.