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The 90s kid in me is so happy about this book! Fred Rogers is an amazing human being and this book will continue his legacy of touching lives.
This is a beautiful and easily digestible book that would be easy to read again and again, each time discovering a new nugget of wisdom. Mr. Rogers was a force for good in this world and this book reflects that with heart-warming mini-philosophies to guide our lives.
As an educator, parent, and long-time fan of Fred Rogers' work, I greatly enjoyed reading this compilation of his quotes and songs. I appreciated the format of the book: 365 quotes/songs, one for each day. I think this would translate beautifully into a daily calendar. I found that some of the quotes could get a bit repetitive, but that was to be expected given the sheer volume of quotes pulled. Mostly, I was impressed by how far ahead of his time Fred Rogers was when it came to making children feel seen, heard, and cared about.
Thank you to NetGalley for my advanced copy.
For those of us that grew up watching Mr. Roger's Neighborhood, this book is such a wholesome, nostalgic read. It is formatted to read one quote or life lesson from Fred Rogers each day. It will surely be a ray of sunshine in your day and inspire you to be a more kind, loving, servant-hearted person just like our dear Mr. Rogers.
Amazing wisdom from one of the world’s most respected and beloved tv personalities. So nice to have a daily reminder of love and empathy including for yourself.
This is a delightful read. It's the kind of book you want to give to a graduate, child, friend - anyone really. It's a lovely reminder of the importance of goodness and love, building community, and being neighborly. The introduction by LeVar Burton is so kind. Thanks to NetGalley for an early copy - reading this was good for my soul.
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for this early copy in exchange for an honest review.
It's exactly what it says it is on the cover; formatted to be read one numbered passage at a time (or you can do like I did and read it all in one go and cry), Mr Rogers's words of encouragement, acceptance, understanding, and love fill every single page. The introduction by LeVar Burton was truly heartwarming and it felt so apparent that Mr. Burton really cared about Mr. Rogers. I was hooked from page one and read it one sitting late at night when I was feeling down. Mr. Rodgers's advice was soothing and helped me feel better.
I think this would be a nice gift for a friend or family member that likes daily devotionals or a nice little coffee table book. I recommended it to several of my own relatives.
This is a wonderful inspiring and heartwarming tribute to a childhood legend! A collection of 365 daily reflections, with words of wisdom that only Mr. Rogers could give. Highly recommend! I thank Netgalley and Hachette Books for the opportunity to read and review this book.
The book is lovely. These amazing quotes and wisdom are very helpful and inspirational. I loved watching Mister Roger’s Neighborhood when I was little. Some of them reminded me of the show.
Thanks to the publishers and NetGalley for giving me an opportunity to read this collection of wisdom and quotes and do a review.
I absolutely adored Mr Rogers. I watched his show on tv when I was a child, and now as adult I realize how truly wise and kind his seemingly simple words were. I loved reading through so many of his quotes and would be so encouraged seeing one each day!
Rogers bring me into day to day reflection of my whole year with a deep and understanding and many many wisdom inside it. I hope that I can live my moment every day with a freshness anticipate the upcoming stages of my life.
This is a great book full of classic quotes by Mister Rogers. Put into a one a day style book this is great for fans of his who would love his daily advice and insights.
Loved this book of daily reflections and wise words from Mr. Rogers -- I could see myself picking this up in the mornings to read the short passages and set an intention for the day. Also loved the foreword by LeVar Burton, another formative figure in my childhood learning! This would be great to give gift for someone needing some positivity and guidance along with a hint of nostalgia.
My only real critique is that I wish there were more variety in the illustrations; the shoes, sweater, and trolley did get a little repetitive--it seems like there would be so many more things from the Mr. Rogers world that could be illustrated (and spark nostalgia).
This is a bit of nostalgia of Mister Rogers. I enjoyed reading these. It would be a gift new years gift for someone looking for inspiration.
Thanks NetGalley for this ARC.
This Beautiful Day
Do you crave your daily visit with Mr. Rogers from your childhood? This book gives you a few minutes each day with Mr. Rogers. Each day there is a very short quote that you can reflect on and apply to your day. I liked that there are no dates on each entry so that you can start your journey on any day of the year. I also like that each entry is on its on page which gives you an uncluttered view of the day’s thoughts which allows for focus on that thought alone. Get your copy December 3, 2024!
Thank you, Net Galley, Fred Rogers and Hachette Books, for the opportunity to preview this gem. The opinions shared are my own.
This little book contains 365 quotes by Mr. Rogers. They tend to be about one short paragraph, though there are occasional song lyrics and stories. They are gentle and affirming with a lot of talk about acknowledging your feelings and protecting children. He was a minister and there is a bit of religion, but mostly it’s just a few lines per day about giving yourself grace, doing good, and being honest with yourself. Most of it is not particularly profound but it is positive and encouraging.
I do wish there was context to the quotes, as it never says where any are from like interviews or books he wrote. Most seem spoken to adults, not the type of things he told his audience of children. I think I would have preferred more of those. Also, he is listed as the author but clearly someone else compiled this and someone else is profiting. I really wanted transparency and information there.
It’s a sweet book that would certainly be nice to open up each day.
I read an advance copy of this book for review.
All of the nostalgia feels! This was a fun, easy read which was refreshing in comparison to my current other reads. How could you not love this!? This book is a great choice if youre looking for a little vaca away from the fantasy/romance/horror books. Very cute!
A fun sweet read! Highly recommend.
Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for my ARC.
Loved a good rainy day yesterday☔️☕️🎀 life lately has been BUSY with end of the year things for the kids, but it makes my heart happy to receive advance copies of books. Reviewing a book is so fun! Especially ones I wouldn’t pick out myself. So many books, so little time.
This Beautiful Day by Fred Rogers (publishing date December 2) Just add this to your Amazon cart now, and get one for all of those special to you for Christmas. This book was a gem. Rogers words are so gentle in reminding us to move from situation to situation with wonder. I loved the quote “You don’t have to be anything more than you are right now.” Such a beautifully spoken book. Highly recommend. @fredrogersproductions @hachettebooks
When Doing It All Is Undoing You by Alyssa Joy Beckhe (publishing date September 16) This. Book. Everyone. Needs. Wow!!! I feel like life is crazy, and you think it’ll settle and it doesn’t. Everyone seems wiped and worn out. Trying to do all the things, be all the things, and be happy?! What would happen if we stopped spinning our wheels, and instead we aim and lean into what Gods creating in us and we are becoming from it. Phenomenal book! @alyssajoybethke @worthypub
A Flower Garden For Pollinators by Rachel de Thame (publishing date June 10) I took a chance this year and planted some bee friendly flowers. I loved this beautiful book full of ideas, and ways to put together flowers. The illustrations and descriptions were wonderful for someone trying to learn. Wonderfully done! @racheldethame @hachettebooks
I could never give Mister Rogers anything less than 5 stars. He was such an example to many of us growing up, and his quotes espousing love, kindness and compassion live on. Here you will find a quote or a song for every day of the year.
Mister Rogers was a special man, and I’m glad to see that his work continues to be shared with newer generations. This book is inspiring, just like the man himself.
Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette Go for an eARC. All opinions are mine, and I have written this review voluntarily.