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A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: The Poetry of Mister Rogers
Book 1 in Mister Rogers Poetry Books
- Subject
- Poetry - General
- Age
- 6-8 years
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 144
- Publisher
- Quirk Books
- Size
- 17.8 cm × 22.4 cm
- ISBN
- 9781683691136
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.
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
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’ music explore such universal topics as feelings, new siblings, everyday life, imagination, and more. Through these songs—as well as endearing puppets and honest conversations—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, classroom reading, or quiet time alone, this beautiful book of meaningful poetry is for every child—including the child inside of every one of us.
75 beloved songs from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood presented as poetry Themes of kindness, friendship, empathy, and emotional awareness Encouraging messages about self-worth and self-acceptance Beautiful full-color illustrations by Luke Flowers A keepsake collection for both new readers ages 6+ and longtime fans
Share these timeless poems with the children in your life and discover why Mister Rogers's message of kindness continues to resonate across generations.
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
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’ music explore such universal topics as feelings, new siblings, everyday life, imagination, and more. Through these songs—as well as endearing puppets and honest conversations—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, classroom reading, or quiet time alone, this beautiful book of meaningful poetry is for every child—including the child inside of every one of us.
75 beloved songs from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood presented as poetry Themes of kindness, friendship, empathy, and emotional awareness Encouraging messages about self-worth and self-acceptance Beautiful full-color illustrations by Luke Flowers A keepsake collection for both new readers ages 6+ and longtime fans
Share these timeless poems with the children in your life and discover why Mister Rogers's message of kindness continues to resonate across generations.
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What reviewers said
A Parents' Choice Gold Award winner
A 2019 Goodreads Choice Awards Winner
A Red Tricycle Best Kids Book of 2019
“This treasure trove of gentle wisdom and playful fun, complemented by the sunny charm of Luke Flowers' illustrations...speak[s] directly to children about communicating, recognizing and dealing with emotions, and self-acceptance.”
“Earnest messages, lighthearted flights of fancy, and familiar phrases [are] found in the poems gathered here…[and] Flowers’ illustrations are energetic.”
“Perfect for bedtime, sing-along, or quiet time alone, this beautifully presented volume of meaningful, inspiring, entertaining poetry is nicely illustrated by Luke Flowers, making it unreservedly recommended for family, elementary school, and community library poetry collections for children ages 6-8.”
“The collection is the perfect read for young kids as well as the millions of adults who grew up watching Mister Rogers on TV.”
“The poems in this fun collection range from silly to sensitive, uplifting to energizing, always keeping kids' feelings center stage.”
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