Theresa Alexander Inman welcomes Danielle Lindner, founder of a New Jersey preschool and author of a parenting pocket guide. Danielle shares her journey from being an early elementary educator to starting her own preschool, driven by a desire to offer children an engaging and exploratory learning environment free from the constraints of traditional curriculum.

They discuss the importance of creativity, movement, meditation, and positive reinforcement in early childhood education. Danielle also addresses practical steps for parents in evaluating preschools and emphasizes the significance of patience, respect for children’s boundaries, and empowering them through conflict resolution and social action programs.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:51 Danielle’s Journey to Starting a Preschool

04:57 Challenges and Rewards of Running a Preschool

06:22 Concerns About Traditional Preschool Education

10:59 Empowering Children Through Creative Learning

14:09 Choosing the Right Preschool for Your Child

23:06 Teaching Conflict Resolution and Respect

30:13 Empowering Children to Make a Difference

33:00 Final Thoughts and Contact Information