Ingrid Lindal holds a Master's degree in Human Services and Family Studies with an emphasis in Early Childhood from Kansas State University. She currently serves as an Early Childhood Extension Educator with the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. She provides training and resources in English and Spanish to early childhood educators, supporting best practices across diverse settings. Her work focuses on developmentally appropriate practices, with a strong focus on social-emotional development, educator and child well-being, and STEAM.