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Rogers, Fred McFeely was born on March 20, 1928 in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of James Hillis and Nancy (McFeely) Flagg.
( The notion that charity begins at home has never been e...)
The notion that charity begins at home has never been easier to teach children than with this enchanting gift set based on the Jewish tradition of tzadakah, in which children save coins in banks for the less fortunate. Added inspiration for contributing to worthy causes comes from Emmy Award-winning television personality Mister Rogers, whose peaceful "neighborhood" has been a comforting presence in millions of homes for more than 25 years.In the book that accompanies THE GIVING BOX, Mister Rogers teaches lessons of generosity and charity through heartwarming fictional stories set in countries around the world. For children, he describes how good it feels to give to those less fortunate, and reveals how even one child's contribution can make a difference. For parents, he offers wise suggestions and practical guidelines on teaching children the moral lesson of compassion for others and the value of charity.
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(This book describes the understanding of children that fo...)
This book describes the understanding of children that forms the core of Mister Rogers' communication. There's nothing magical about this understanding, and Fred Rogers and Barry Head share it with anyone who reads this book. 6 inch. x 9 inch., 320 pages
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(The beloved host of PBS's Mister Rogers' Neighborhood off...)
The beloved host of PBS's Mister Rogers' Neighborhood offers warm words of advice and encouragement, along with reflections on his own childhood Fred Rogers and his Neighborhood have been a presence in millions of homes for more than twenty-five years, educating, comforting, and influencing three generations of Americans. This compilation of his signature sayings and wise, succinct, straightforward thoughts is organized by themes—such as “Relationships,” “Childhood,” “Parenthood,” and “Communicating”—all enriched by personal memories of growing up. His ability to touch and inspire all kinds of people will make this book of great appeal to his television audiences past and present—and to anyone seeking wise, humane advice on how to get the most out of life.
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("Mister Rogers's talent for calmly explaining scary emoti...)
"Mister Rogers's talent for calmly explaining scary emotional upheaval to young children shines in this latest volume....Rogers offers caring support and validation for readers working through such trauma, and he supplies concrete examples of ways kids can deal with the stress....Books that offer such honest reassurance are rare." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Excellent." -- American Bookseller"This book fills a gaping hole on library shelves." -- School Library Journal
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(This book is full of stories about real families. Through...)
This book is full of stories about real families. Through their experiences, readers can come to understand the dynamics at work in family life and gain new perspectives. Discussions focus on everyday concerns, such as sibling rivalry, childhood fears, and parental anxieties. 6 inch. x 9 inch., 209 pages
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(Organized thematically, a collection of children's letter...)
Organized thematically, a collection of children's letters to Mister Rogers and his replies explores such issues as family relationships, the world around, feelings and fears, television, and death, accompanied by helpful advice for parents on how to handle children's questions.
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Rogers, Fred McFeely was born on March 20, 1928 in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of James Hillis and Nancy (McFeely) Flagg.
Bachelor of Music, Rollins College, 1951. Master of Divinity, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, 1962. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Thiel College, 1969.
HHD (honorary), Eastern Michigan University, 1973. Doctor of Letters (honorary), St. Vincent College, 1973. Doctor of Divinity (honorary), Christian Theological Seminary, 1973.
Doctor of Divinity (honorary), Washington Jefferson College, 1984. Doctor of Divinity (honorary), Westminster College, 1987. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Yale University, 1974.
Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Lafayette College, 1977. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Washington Jefferson College, 1984. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Linfield College, 1982.
Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Duquesne University, 1982. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Slippery Rock College, 1982. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), University South Carolina, 1985.
Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), MacMurray College, 1986. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Drury College, 1986. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Bowling Green State University, 1987.
Doctor of Fine Arts (honorary), Carnegie-Mellon University, 1976. Doctor of Music (honorary), Waynesburg College, 1978. Doctor of Music (honorary), University Indiana, 1988.
Doctor of Laws (honorary), Hobart William Smith Colleges, 1985. Doctor of Laws (honorary), University Connecticut, 1991. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Indiana University, Pennsylvania, 1992.
Doctor of Laws (honorary), Boston University, 1992. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Moravian College, 1992. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Goucher College, 1993.
Degree (honorary), University Pittsburgh, 1993. Degree (honorary), North Carolina State, 1996. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), University West Virginia, 1995.
Degree (honorary), Edinboro University, Pennsylvania, 1998. Degree (honorary), Westminister Choir College, 1999. Degree (honorary), Marist College, 1999.
Degree (honorary), Old Dominion University, 2000. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Marguette University, 2001. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Middlebury College, 2001.
Adjunct professor University Pittsburgh, 1976. C.E.O., Family Communications, Inc., Pittsburgh. Assistant producer NBC, New York City, 1951-1953.
Executive producer Station WQED, Pittsburgh, 1953-1962. Producer, host Canadian Broadcasting Company, Toronto, Ontario, 1962-1964. Executive producer, host Mister Rogers' Neighborhood (Public Broadcasting Service), Pittsburgh, from 1965.
Producer, host Old Friends, New Friends Public Broadcasting Service interview series, 1979-1981. Host Fred Rogers' Heros Public Broadcasting Service, 1994.
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(This book describes the understanding of children that fo...)
(This book describes the understanding of children that fo...)
(This book is full of stories about real families. Through...)
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Chairman child development and mass media forum White House Conference on Children. Member Esther Island Preserve Association. Board directors McFeely Rogers Foundation.
Honorary chairman National Parent-Teachers Association, 1992-1994. Member Luxor Ministerial Association, National Association television Program Executives.
Married Sara Joanne Byrd, July 9, 1952. Children: James Byrd, John Frederick.