The Blue Ridge Lending Library has so much more to offer than books! In this episode of Bear Essentials Podcast, we’re joined our librarian specialist and coordinator, to talk about all the ways families can use the Lending Library.

We’ll learn more about Check out a Librarian, ways to search for materials, virtual events, and some of the resources families may not know are available.

Whether you’re looking for something specific or just want to see what’s available, this conversation will give you some new ways to explore the Lending Library.

Every learner has a different kind of magic. ✨

In this episode of Bear Essentials, we’re taking a closer look at learning styles and what research tells us about how kids learn. We’ll talk about learning preferences, prior knowledge, interests, strengths, and why there isn’t one perfect way for a child to learn.

Learning at home gives us the opportunity to really notice our kids as learners. What makes them curious? What helps an idea click? What experiences give them something to connect new learning to?

We’ll also share a simple challenge for Learning Coaches to try this week. No new curriculum required! 💡

🎧 Listen to Every Learner Has a Different Kind of Magic and discover what happens when we make a little more room for the learner in front of us.

What does it really mean to be a learning coach? In this episode of Bear Essentials, we’re taking a closer look at the role you play in your student’s education and how you can support their learning without feeling like you have to be the expert.

We’ll talk about knowing your learner, adjusting when a plan isn’t working, modeling how to ask for help, and giving your student more independence as they grow. We’ll also talk about the importance of the relationship between you and your learner and remembering that you don’t have to do this alone.

The magic of learning doesn’t require a perfect plan. Sometimes, it starts with simply showing up, figuring things out together, and finding what works for your family.