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Books in Mr. Rogers series

  • When a Pet Dies

    Fred Rogers

    Paperback (Puffin Books, April 13, 1998)
    In this useful book from the First Experience series, the affable star of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood helps children share feelings of the loss of a pet while offering reassurance that grieving is a natural, healing thing to do."A sensitive and sensible first book about death." —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Filled with warmth and reassurance,...When a Pet Dies assures youngsters that no matter how badly they feel when they lose a pet, in time their hurt will ease, and they will be able to remember with fondness the happiness they shared." —BooklistFred Rogers and Jim Judkis live in Pittsburgh, PA.
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  • Going to the Potty

    Fred Rogers

    Paperback (Puffin Books, Sept. 22, 1997)
    "Going to the Potty handles a sensitive subject with the same quiet candor and respect for young audiences that are the hallmark of his Mister Rogers' Neighborhood TV show."--Publishers WeeklyParent and child may read together about the way children develop in the experience of eliminating waste products from their body and about the positive aspects of using the toilet.
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  • The New Baby

    Fred Rogers

    Paperback (Puffin Books, June 18, 1996)
    It can be tough for a toddler to understand the changes that happen in a family with the addition of a new baby. Who better to help the older-sibling-to-be than the friendliest man in the neighborhood? Mr. Rogers will help older siblings understand that they are not loved any less and to anticipate all the joy having a younger sibling can bring.
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  • Making Friends

    Fred Rogers

    Paperback (Puffin Books, Oct. 15, 1996)
    Who better to teach children about making friends than the friendliest neighbor of them all, Mr. Rogers! In his gently written picture book, children will see firsthand how much fun making new friends can be. Loaded with real pictures of friends having fun together, this will help any early reader get excited about meeting new people.
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  • Let's Talk About It: Divorce

    Fred Rogers

    Paperback (Puffin Books, Oct. 26, 1998)
    "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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  • Extraordinary Friends

    Fred Rogers, Jim Judkis

    Paperback (Puffin Books, Jan. 1, 2000)
    How do you get to know someone in a wheelchair? Sometimes it's hard to know where to begin. In his characteristically wise and gentle way, Mister Rogers challenges the stereotypes that often plague children with special needs and celebrates six children who are extraordinary friends.
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  • Let's Talk About It: Stepfamilies

    Fred Rogers

    Paperback (Putnam Juvenile, Oct. 13, 1997)
    Discusses the changes involved in becoming part of a stepfamily and ways to deal with the new situation
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  • Let's Talk About It: Adoption

    Fred Rogers

    Paperback (Puffin Books, March 23, 1998)
    Fred Rogers opens the door for adopted children and their parents to safely talk about their good and sometimes not-so-good feelings in a book about the joy of belonging and the love that unites families.?Rogers? unaffected delivery has a way of making scary things unscary, which should help parents as much as kids.? --The Bulletin of the Center for Children?s Books?The premise of this book?that it is good for families to talk about feelings?is a welcome one to apply to the subject of adoption.? --School Library Journal
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  • Going to the Hospital

    Fred Rogers

    Paperback (Puffin, Sept. 22, 1997)
    Describes what happens during a stay in the hospital, including some of the common forms of medical treatment.
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  • Let's Talk About It: Adoption

    Fred Rogers

    Hardcover (Putnam Juvenile, May 9, 1995)
    The comforting host of "Mr. Roger's Neighborhood" addresses the questions asked by many adopted children, such as why their birthparents gave them up and how they can find security in an adopted family.
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  • Going to the Dentist

    Fred Rogers

    Paperback (Putnam Juvenile, May 18, 1989)
    Prepares a child for his first visit to the dentist by describing the procedures, equipment, and staff involved in a dental examination. Includes tips on keeping teeth clean.
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  • Let's Talk about It: Extraordinary Friends

    Fred Rogers, Jim Judkis

    Hardcover (Putnam Juvenile, March 6, 2000)
    In his characteristically wise and gentle way, the host of Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood challenges the stereotypes that often plague children with special needs and celebrates six children who are extraordinary friends.
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