The Waldorf Age Changes
Jul 01, 2025
We hope you enjoy this intentionally created resource to navigate the unique changes children experience at different ages.
The 7 Year Change
As a child nears seven, a shift occurs. While they still engage with their surroundings through their senses, they begin responding more deeply to spoken words and the authority of adults. This period marks a new sensitivity to what is said and how it is expressed, as spoken words can either comfort or harm their emotional world.
Grade 1 Podcast HERE
The 7 Year Change Blog Post
The 9 Year Change
Around age nine, children begin to realize their individuality, often experiencing this as a time of separation from the wonder of early childhood. This period, sometimes called “falling from grace,” brings feelings of loss and self-awareness, prompting questions about identity and belonging.
Tools for Navigating the 9 Year Change Blog Post
Waldorf Essentials Video HERE
Grade 3 Podcast HERE
The 12 Year Change
By the time a child turns twelve, they are on the cusp of adolescence. This phase involves significant physical and cognitive growth. The child, once guided by stories and vivid imagination, begins to seek logical explanations and understand the causes behind events. The desire to understand the laws of nature and the world becomes prominent.
Waldorf Essentials Video HERE
Grade 6 Podcast HERE
The 12 Year Change Blog Post
Books Recommendations:
Encountering the Self by Kopek HERE
Growing Children, Thriving Children: Raising 7 to 12 Year Olds with Confidence and Awareness HERE
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