Ellen Beate Hansen Sandseter is a private individual in Trondheim specializing in early childhood education. She has a particular focus on risky play and children's well-being, as well as exploring outdoor education in early childhood. Her work includes insights into how children handle dynamic risk situations, and she has published several articles on children's emotional regulation and social functions.
Sandseter has also contributed to the literature with an English version of a book on risky play. In addition, she investigates children's perceptions of physical environments in kindergarten, and uses modern technology such as GoPro to study children's risk assessment in natural settings. Her research and publications contribute to a deeper understanding of children's development and learning in relation to play and the environment.