This is a children's book amounting to 40 pages telling the biography of Fred McFeely Rogers, and of course how he created Mister Rogers Neighborhood. In fact, he cites it along with other facts at the end of the book. Having recently discovered an extraordinary documentary of Mister Rogers called, "Won't You Be My Neighbor" in the last year, I am fairly sure that this author relied on it to fashion this book. This book was written by a man who also watched Mister Rogers Neighborhood growing up, and was reminded of its beautiful, simple and sincere quality when his child began to watch some episodes. Even though I'm middle aged, I occasionally use my Fire Stick and Amazon Prime access to watch a Mister Rogers episode to have that soothing, peaceful feeling wash over me. In fact, when it's a children's book it gives me an especially warm and fuzzy feeling. For that reason I am drawn to any book about him, whether it be an adult or children's book. I grew up in the sixties and seventies watching Mister Rogers Neighborhood, and have such warm, nostalgic memories of this wonderful man. Thoroughly illustrated with lively and captivating drawings, by Caldecott-winning author and illustrator Matthew Cordell, Hello, Neighbor! captures the spirit of the beloved television show. This information was delivered both by live performers, like Fred Rogers himself and through a lively cast of puppets who lived in the land of make believe.īackmatter includes a short biography of Fred Rogers as well as exclusively published archival photos provided by Fred Rogers Productions, and an essay from the author.Īvailable shortly after the release of the Mister Rogers' biopic, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood starring Tom Hanks, this is the perfect picture book for all who appreciate the power and beauty of Fred's mission. It introduced art, professions, food and even highlighted difficult subjects, like losing a loved one and divorce. Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was groundbreaking in its own quiet, generous way. How was Mister Rogers' Neighborhood created, and who was the man that started it all? This moving and informative picture book explores the history of this acclaimed television show and its inspiring creator in an accessible way for children.
The only authorized picture book biography of Mister Rogers, written and illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Matthew Cordell.
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