What defines Waldorf education? What are the core ideas of this educational approach, and how does it help children find their own path or develop their individuality? This volume in the series "Educational Approaches at a Glance" summarizes the fundamentals and key concepts against the backdrop of Rudolf Steiner's anthroposophy in a concise and understandable manner. Concrete implementation suggestions for everyday practice in early childhood education ensure a balanced relationship between theory and practice. The book also provides support for current questions in the educational context for educators, students of education, and parents. In particular, it focuses on the question of how the concept of Waldorf education and the anthroposophical view of the child align with the demands of new educational curricula. Thus, these are not outdated topics, but highly relevant issues.