When You Wonder, You're Learning: A Legacy of Learning with Authors Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski

Effective education doesn't happen accidentally. Fred Rogers, beloved educator, television personality, and friend to millions through the TV screen, knew this. His thoughtful approach to Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was grounded in science, pedagogy, and a deep understanding of children’s emotional and intellectual needs. In this episode of The World We Want: The NAAEE Podcast, Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski invite us into The Neighborhood and Mister Rogers’ meticulous method for inspiring curiosity and wonder, key states of mind for fostering learning in environmental education.From using digital tools and hands-on classroom activities to simply saying, "I noticed you were wondering about...," educators today are able to spark the same sense of discovery Mister Rogers instilled across generations. Gregg and Ryan discuss how Fred's influence extends beyond the screen into their own lives as parents, shaping their approach to raising children with an emphasis on wonder and intentionality. This heartfelt conversation reminds us that Fred's legacy is alive both in the lessons he taught and in the way his approach to care, curiosity, and kindness continue to inspire families and educators alike.Learn more about Gregg, Ryan, and The World We Want: The NAAEE Podcast at https://eepro.naaee.org/eepodcast/Gregg-Behr-Ryan-RydzewskiSend us your thoughts! > The World We Want: The NAAEE Podcast is an educational outreach project of the North American Association for Environmental Education., in partnership with nonprofit GLOBIO. Find us on:Instagram: @thenaaeeFacebook: @THENAAEELinkedIn: @NAAEEYouTube: @thenaaee orEmail us at: [email protected] for listening, and thanks for sharing The World We Want!