First off, I think we all need a little bit of Mr. Rogers in 2020. We are all having a pretty rough go of it. Some more than others, for sure, but this delightful man’s legacy might provide our kids (and ourselves) a tiny breath of fresh air in the pandemic.

You know the song. I know the song. And now your kids can learn the song, too and you can sing it together. Luke Flowers did some really amazing artwork, here, and the adorable illustrations bring the words of the theme song to life. There are tons of Easter Eggs for those of us who grew up with the show, and it’s super inclusive for everyone.

It might be a little fast for a first or second pass, but at some point, I feel like the book should be read while the theme song is playing on whatever media device you use. I sang the song in my head as I went along and had a lot of fun spotting old friends and familiar objects from the show.

Fred Rogers was just a good, kindhearted man who wanted to include children in the world narrative and dialog, and I think his legacy can help us today. We’re living in a scary world right now, and it’s important to include children in those conversations so that they process their own emtions, many of which they probably don’t understand, and build the mentally healthy foundation for growing into adulthood and dealing with the world.

This one is out in August, but in the meantime, I’m sure you can find some reruns on the internet.

Won't You Be My Neighbor by the late Fred Rogers introduces young readers to the lyrics to the opening song on Mr. Rogers's Neighborhood. Mr. Rogers is a childhood staple for the past few decades and this gives adults the opportunity to share the beloved Mr. Rogers during story time. Who doesn't love the message of being a good neighbor and spreading some kindness to the people that you meet.

The formatting did not come through properly on my kindle, with pages being both out of order and turned sideways, so it was very hard to actually read in order, but it was obvious the text is the words to Mr. Rogers opening song and the illustrations are charming. This will appeal to young and old alike, and will bring a sense of bittersweet nostalgia to those of my generation who grew up watching Mr. Rogers.

What a great way to introduce my grandson to Mr Rogers. I would not necessarily call this a poetry book. But it is bright, colorful and wonderful.

With illustrations that look remarkably similar to Mr. Rogers and his Neighborhood, this book gently shares the lyrics of the opening song and encourage us all to be neighbors.

The Fred Rogers nostalgia that has crept up in the past few years stays strong with this lovely board book. As an illustrated companion to the hit song "Won't You Be My Neighbor," this book will be a hit for kids and their parents. The illustrator perfectly captures the whimsical and inclusive quality of the neighborhood.