GEOLOGY
ge•ol•o•gy - the study of the earth
Looking for Waldorf inspired Geology homeschool lessons?
This course is open for enrollment
year-round.
(Bundle discounts and Charter funds applied to the full price cost of each course.)
*Flexible payment options like Klarna, Clearpay, or PayLater may be available, depending on your location and eligibility.
In the study of geology, the child meets the bones of the Earth -
its structure, memory, and resilience.
What’s included:
over 75 pre-recorded videos that cover a year’s worth of geologic exploration & lessons for your child.
Guidance and suggestions for Main Lesson Pages (for each topic.)
Art lessons using charcoal, watercolor, and colored pencils. (no prior experience necessary!)
Bonus National Park Project (more about this, below.)
Discussion for adults about:
possible ways you might schedule the lessons
ways the Geology curriculum meets a typical 6th grade child (families w/ children different grades are welcome to use this course! We’re choosing to focus this discussion on the 6th grade as this is often when Geology is taught in Waldorf schools.)
Main Lesson Books - their purpose and some thoughts about reasonable exceptions for a 6th grader.
A few important details:
On the day you register you will receive access to all the lessons.
We’ll also provide you w/ a detailed supply list
As with all of our other courses, once enrollment is complete, you will have access to these lessons for the lifetime of the course. They will continue to be accessible no matter if you are able to watch them before the end of your school year or not
The course is designed for parents and/or children to watch and work with.
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Part I: The Earth’s Story - A Gentle Introduction to Geology
We begin with the big questions: What is geology? How old is the Earth? Why does it look the way it does today? Through story, art, and exploration, your child will build a strong foundation in Earth science—at a pace and in a style that’s deeply engaging.
They’ll explore:
• What geology is—and why it matters
• Geological time: what it really means
• The Four Elements and their connection to landforms
• Earth’s layers: core, mantle, and crust
• Tectonic plates, Pangea, and how our continents move
• The Ring of Fire, and daily tectonic activity (like earthquakes)
• How mountains are formed through uplift and subduction zones
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Part II: Volcanoes - The Fiery Beginning
Next, we turn our focus to volcanoes—one of the most powerful forces in shaping the Earth. This section connects geology to awe and wonder, while also building clear understanding.
Your child will learn:
• Why volcanoes are considered the beginning of everything
• Types of volcanoes—with real-world examples
• Lava: different kinds and how it behaves
• How volcanoes and earthquakes are connected through tectonic movement
• What volcanoes leave behind: islands, archipelagos, lava tubes, and geothermal activity
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Part III: All Things Rocks & Landforms
From deep within the Earth to the deserts, glaciers, and canyons we see today—this section brings the rock cycle and Earth’s surface features into focus.
We’ll cover:
• The three major rock types: igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary
• The Rock Cycle and its connection to the Four Elements
• Limestone caves and other underground wonders
• How the Earth’s landscapes formed: mountains, canyons, and more
• How to read the story of our planet in the rocks beneath our feet
Bonus Project: Explore a National Park — and So Much More!
As a special bonus inside the Geology course, your child will take on a meaningful research and creative project: the National Parks Project. It’s an opportunity to apply what they’ve learned in a hands-on way —> through geology, yes, but also through writing, interviewing, illustrating, and presenting.
Students will choose a National Park - anywhere in the world - to research in depth. Along the way, they’ll build:
Research & Note Taking Skills
Using both library books and official park websites, they’ll learn how to gather information and organize it meaningfully.Language Arts Foundations
Through writing about the park’s geology, flora, and fauna, students practice paraphrasing, quoting, and citing sources correctly—while learning to avoid plagiarism.Social Confidence
With a guided phone interview (yes, a real one!) with a park ranger or representative, they’ll gain comfort with phone etiquette and thoughtful questioning.Artistic & Visual Storytelling
Maps, plant and animal illustrations, and a highlighted geological feature will bring their poster to life.Optional Oral Presentation
For those who are ready, this is a great opportunity to practice public speaking in a warm, low-pressure setting with your friends and family.
Whether your child chooses to explore the granite peaks of Torres del Paine, the red earth of Uluru, the glaciers of Banff, or the steaming geysers of Yellowstone, this project brings learning full circle - integrating science, art, communication, and connection.
It’s the kind of project they’ll remember - and be proud to share!
*Important Note: The educator will likely have to be involved in getting this project off the ground, and guiding their student through note taking and other components of this project. We provide a detailed outline, helpful pdf’s, and other indications for you to follow and adapt as you see fit!
This course is open for enrollment
year-round.
(Bundle discounts and Charter funds applied to the full price cost of each course.)
*Flexible payment options like Klarna, Clearpay, or PayLater may be available, depending on your location and eligibility.
“Waldorfish has become one of our family’s favorite resources!
We’re so thankful for the many ways you are foundational to our learning journey.” ~M.L.
Your Guide:
Caitlin Amajor is excited to bring her love of art and teaching to the Waldorfish community! As a Waldorf student growing up in a small Northern California town, Caitlin’s love and appreciation of artistic and experiential learning began at a young age. With the encouragement of her parents, Caitlin pursued her certificate in Waldorf teacher training after college, and taught in the middle school grades as a class teacher for seven years. While the list is long, some of her highlights of being a teacher are teaching geometry and physics, watercolor painting, and observing the many triumphs and successes of her beloved students. Caitlin enjoys discussing and expanding Waldorf pedagogy and how it can evolve in the modern world, and also has a wealth of knowledge (because of much trial and error!) around the practical elements of teaching on a day to day basis. She offers helpful tips and observations from her own experience, and inspires others to explore the wide-ranging and artistic realm of geometry, geology, and botany.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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Adult educators should be prepared to manage the supply list, and assist in keeping your child on task as much as they need. Some activities require bit of advanced preparation for lessons.
As this is Geology, after all, there will be prompts and activities that would ideally be completed in an outdoor space, a garden, a yard, a patio, etc. However, we are aware that everyone lives with varying access to outdoor spaces! With that in mind, all of the activities are kept general and with suggested modifications, with the hopes of making them enjoyable and accessible to all, no matter where you live, or what time of year it is!
We will be providing various supplemental activities throughout the course that an educator could use in other subjects, such as Language Arts. These sections are designed to be used by the adult educator, though one may decide to look over the options with their child and see what sparks inspiration!
Lastly, a parent/adult educator is always welcome to work alongside the student- Geology, art, and connection with the Earth is for everyone to enjoy!
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We reference ‘geological time’, which requires us to think in terms of millions and billions of years. We mention Pangea, and we say “the earth formed billions of years ago.” Other than this, there are no specific references to evolution.
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Yes, all videos are high quality, so you will need a fairly high-speed Internet connection to view them. The videos are a vital part of the content of this course, so please do consider this. We are not able to provide alternative viewing options for people on dial-up or on very slow connections (and we cannot give refunds if you are having issues viewing the videos due to your internet connection). Therefore, please bear this in mind when registering. If you have regular broadband, you should be fine. The videos in this course are not downloadable.
If you are easily able to use any of our sample lessons with your current wi-fi/internet setup, then you're good to go!
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Students can view course content from any recently updated web browser or mobile device.
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Forever! Successfully register for the course, and you get access to the lessons for the lifetime of the course. (Lifetime access does assume successful payment of any payment plans, for those who enroll with one).
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Due to the instant, all-access and digital nature of this course, there are no refunds. Fees from this course may not be applied to a different course. We encourage you to view the preview lesson for this course prior to making a purchase.
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This course is sold to be used 1 per household. If you would like to use this course in a homeschool group or class, please contact us first for pricing and permission.
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