About Us

Our Story

As a Waldorf teacher, author, and grandmother, my lifelong mission has been to nurture wonder in children and those who guide them. Teach Wonderment was created to celebrate that spark of learning — with gentle gnome tales, creative resources, and art-filled guides that help parents and teachers kindle amazement, awe, and curiosity in every child.

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What is Wonderment?

Amazement fascinates the child.
Awe opens the child.
Curiosity draws the child ever deeper into an entrancing world.

Wonderment is the first step to learning. Wonder-filled experiences awaken the senses, inspire creative thinking, and help children see the world from many perspectives.

The wonder-filled child, when young, is enthralled by the world. As they grow, that sense of wonder blossoms into curiosity instead of assumptions. “Ah!” becomes “Why?” Horizons widen, perception sharpens, and discernment deepens — gifts that will serve them throughout life and work.

By teaching with wonder, we can:

·         Captivate the child’s mind

·         Engage the child’s heart

·         Enliven the child’s spirit

·         Kindle the child’s imagination

 

Curiosity leads the child to explore. A phenomenon is encountered. The child is captivated, amazed, and engaged. Their imagination is kindled, their spirit enlivened. This is wonderment — the doorway into lifelong learning, creativity, and joy.

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About Sieglinde

A Waldorf teacher for decades and once a Waldorf student herself, Sieglinde de Francesca now shares stories that spark wonder. She is the author of Coloring with Block Crayons and The Tales of Limindoor Woods, a growing series of gentle gnome books. A grandparent and lifelong educator, she continues to explore how amazement, awe, and curiosity open the doors to learning.