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Ep 226: Unlocking Creativity & Curiosity in Kids: Fred Rogers' Timeless Wisdom with Gregg Behr & Ryan Rydzewski

Ep 226: Unlocking Creativity & Curiosity in Kids: Fred Rogers' Timeless Wisdom with Gregg Behr & Ryan Rydzewski

FromParenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg Meeker


Ep 226: Unlocking Creativity & Curiosity in Kids: Fred Rogers' Timeless Wisdom with Gregg Behr & Ryan Rydzewski

FromParenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg Meeker

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Length:
44 minutes
Released:
Feb 9, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Join us on Parenting Great Kids as we welcome Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski, co-authors of "When You Wonder, You're Learning," to delve into the timeless lessons of Fred Rogers. Known for his iconic show Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood, Fred Rogers' legacy extends far beyond his cardigan sweaters and piano songs. Discover how his teachings on nurturing creativity, curiosity, and care continue to shape generations of children. Embrace Fred's scientific principles of learning to create an enriching environment that fosters emotional and intellectual development in your kids. Learn from his enduring wisdom as we explore practical tips to deepen connections, ignite curiosity, and cultivate creativity in today's fast-paced world. Perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers seeking to instill values that transcend time and inspire lifelong growth.
Our Guests
Gregg Behr an advisor to The Brookings Institution and The Fred Rogers Institute, and has been honored by President Obama, the Disruptor Foundation, ISTE, and AASA as an innovator and thought leader.
Ryan Rydzewski is an award-winning author and speaker. A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, he taught elementary school in south Louisiana before earning an MFA in nonfiction writing from Chatham University. As a science and education reporter, his magazine stories focus on everything from schools to space travel to Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, and he regularly leads workshops for educators and parents.

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Released:
Feb 9, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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Parents are trying to navigate children through a world they themselves don’t often understand. America’s Mom, Dr. Meg Meeker, the country's trusted authority on parenting, teens, & children's health, offers practical insights to help parents simplify. The pediatrician, mother, & best selling author engages with experts & parents to take on relevant issues, answer real questions, & provide simple hope & encouragement to every parent. New episodes available every other week.