Creative Process, Puppetry and Deep Empathy - Danny Joe LaBrecque

Wide Walls

Danny Joe LaBrecque is a preschool teacher, early childhood specialist, and the creator and host of the amazing children's show Danny Joe's Tree House.

Danny Joe uses play-based therapies including puppetry to help children, teachers and parents process complex social issues. He created Danny Joe’s Tree House to invite families to slow down and engage with characters and stories that provide valuable opportunities for social-emotional learning.

The series features a diverse community of real-life caregivers, plus a lively cast of puppets, working together to explore strategies for self-regulation, communication, caring for oneself, and acceptance of others.

In this episode, we discuss his journey towards becoming a content creator, the risks and benefits of using different media for children’s content, the impact of social-emotional learning through play-based stories, and more.

Find more about Danny Joe's work:

- Danny Joe's website
- Danny Joe's Tree House: Youtube and Sensical TV
- Cookies for Breakfast (podcast)

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