321- Gregg Behr & Ryan Rydzewski on When You Wonder, You’re Learning

<p>This week, the Getting Smart team is speaking with Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski about their new book, <em>When You Wonder, You're Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative, Curious, Caring Kids</em>.</p> <p>Gregg Behr is the Executive Director of The Grable Foundation, a father, and a children’s advocate whose work is inspired by the legacy of his hero, Fred Rogers. His co-author, Ryan Rydzewski, is an award-winning author, reporter, and speechwriter whose science and education stories span everything from schools to space travel to <em>Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood</em>.</p> <p>Listen in as they discuss their new book and the themes of community, collaboration, and the enduring lessons of <em>Mister Rogers.</em></p> <p><span style="color: #0f1419;">“Not only was [Mister Rogers] that loving grandfatherly figure who made us feel loved and capable of loving, but he was also a remarkable learning scientist.” —</span> Gregg Behr</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p> <p>[:10] About today’s episode with Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski.</p> <p>[:46] Tom welcomes Gregg and Ryan to the podcast.</p> <p>[1:08] Gregg speaks about his educational background and the thread of ethics and character formation that run through his work.</p> <p>[1:57] How and when did Gregg discover the power of active learning that is behind Remake Learning? What is the origin story of Remake Learning?</p> <p>[5:44] Ryan shares why he decided to teach at East Baton Rouge Parish School System back in 2009 after receiving his Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing at the University of Pittsburgh.</p> <p>[6:23] Did Ryan have any classes in the Cathedral of Learning at the University of Pittsburgh?</p> <p>[7:01] Gregg shares when and how Mister Rogers entered the picture in his world.</p> <p>[8:28] Ryan speaks about his connection to Mister Rogers growing up and why he found him so inspiring.</p> <p>[9:21] Gregg shares about Fred Rogers’ presence across the Pittsburgh community.</p> <p>[10:39] Ryan elaborates on how t