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A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

The Poetry of Mister Rogers
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A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood gathers 75 beloved songs from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood and The Children's Corner into a charmingly illustrated treasury. These songs, accompanied by endearing puppets and heartfelt conversations, explore universal themes like feelings, imagination, self-awareness, and kindness. This collection underscores Mister Rogers' timeless message that every child is loved just as they are.
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This book is ideal for children aged 6-8, families, and adults who grew up with Mister Rogers. Suitable for use in elementary school and community libraries, it fosters emotional growth and self-esteem through poetry and song.

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For the first time ever, the beloved songs from Mister Rogers Neighborhood are collected here in a charmingly-illustrated treasury, sure to be cherished by adults who grew up with Mister Rogers, and a new generation of children alike.

For the first time ever, beloved songs from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood are collected in this charmingly illustrated treasury, sure to be cherished by a new generation of children as well as the millions of adults who grew up with the show during its run from 1968 to 2009.

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For the first time ever, beloved songs from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood are collected in this charmingly illustrated treasury, sure to be cherished by a new generation of children as well as the millions of adults who grew up with the show during its run from 1968 to 2009.

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For the first time ever, 75 beloved songs from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood and The Children's Corner are collected in this charmingly illustrated treasury, sure to be cherished by generations of children as well as the millions of adults who grew up with Mister Rogers.

It's you I like.
It's not the things you wear,
It's not the way you do your hair-
But it's you I like.

From funny to sweet, silly to sincere, the lyrics of Mister Rogers explore such universal topics as feelings, new siblings, everyday life, imagination, and more. Through these songsβ€”as well as endearing puppets and honest conversationsβ€”Mister Rogers instilled in his young viewers the values of kindness, self-awareness, and self-esteem. But most of all, he taught children that they are loved, just as they are. Perfect for bedtime, sing-along, or quiet time alone, this beautiful book of meaningful poetry is for every childβ€”including the child inside of every one of us.

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A Parents' Choice Gold Award winner and 2019 Goodreads Choice Awards Winner, this book features gentle wisdom and playful fun, enhanced by Luke Flowers' energetic illustrations. Parents' Choice Foundation praises it for addressing emotions and self-acceptance directly with children, while Kirkus Reviews highlights its earnest messages and lighthearted tone. Recommended for family and school libraries, it is perfect for bedtime, sing-along, or quiet moments. Reviews from Paste Magazine and Children's Bookwatch commend its appeal for both young kids and adults familiar with Mister Rogers' legacy.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781683691136

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 March 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Quirk Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 224.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Fred Rogerswas many things-a minister, a musician, a puppeteer, a television star, a friend to children for generations, and, most of all, a very good neighbor. For over 30 years, he created and hosted the groundbreaking educational television seriesMister Rogers' Neighborhood, which worked to instill kindness, self-esteem, and emotional intelligence in his viewers. Fred Rogers received the Presidential Medal of Freedom and was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame, among other honors. Luke Flowershas illustrated over 42 children's books. He enjoys puppeteering, playing banjo, and going on adventures with his wife and three kids in Colorado Springs, Colorado. You can see more of his work at lukeflowerscreative.com.

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