Mister Fred Rogers

The Reference Desk

In this episode, Hailee is bewitched by explores the life and impact of Fred Rogers, better known as Mister Rogers. From his early days in television to his enduring legacy, we delve into the world of this beloved figure and examine the ways in which he touched the lives of countless people.

Staff Picks

• Burn Down, Rise Up by Vincent Turado

Recommendations

Movies and TV

• It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
• Won't You Be My Neighbor?
• Mister Rogers Neighborhood

Books

• Knitting in the Neighborhood
• The Good Neighbor: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers by Maxwell King
• Kindness and Wonder: Why Mister Rogers Matters Now More Than Ever by Gavin Edwards
• Mister Rogers' Gift of Music Donna Cangelosi
• Hello, Neighbor!: The Kind and Caring World of Mister Rogers by Matthew Cordell
• Fred's Big Feelings: The Life and Legacy of Mister Rogers by Laura Renauld
• A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: The Poetry of Mister Rogers by Fred Rogers

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Sources

About Fred Rogers

Fred Rogers Trail

Fred Rogers Took a Stand Against Racial Inequality When He Invited a Black Character to Join Him in a Pool

The Mister Rogers No One Saw

The King of Kindness

The Truth About Those Rumors Of Mr. Rogers’ Badass Military Career

Mr. Rogers a Navy SEAL?

Fred Rogers graduates from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary.

In the Land of Make Believe, The Real Mister Rogers

Forever Fred (full article accessed through my local library database)

Mister Rogers Pioneered Speaking to Kids About Gun Violence

When Fred Met Margaret

5 Lessons From Margaret McFarland, The Scientist Behind Mister Rogers

Before Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood came Misterogers on CBC

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