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This Beautiful Day: Daily Wisdom from Mister Rogers

Hachette Go. Dec. 2024. 400p. ISBN 9780306835315. pap. $19.99. SELF-HELP
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This new book is a compilation of quotations, songs, and personal stories from Fred Rogers (1928–2003), the beloved creator, composer, and host of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood for over 30 years. After a loving tribute in a foreword by LeVar Burton, the book shares 365 quotations or stories by Rogers, no more than one or two pages each, one for each day of the year. Themes include navigating relationships, expressing and dealing with feelings, and celebrating everyone’s uniqueness but remembering similarities. The book stresses the significance of listening, kindness, friendship, and neighborliness, being oneself, using one’s gifts, and appreciating people who have helped one become the person they were meant to be. Rogers also talks of the importance of supporting both the giver and the receiver, trying new things, perseverance, not being afraid to fail, and making space for quiet time to shut off the noise.
VERDICT He was a children’s television host, but Rogers and his teachings advocating kindness, appreciation, empathy, and inclusiveness will resonate with adults. Fans of Rogers and his supportive messaging will relish this book. It’s a quick read, but the quotes also inspire deeper reflection.
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