You Are Special: Neighborly Words of Wisdom from Mister Rogers

Fred Rogers and his Neighborhood have been a presence in millions of homes for more than 25 years, educating, comforting, and influencing three generations of Americans. Mr. Rogers' ability to touch and inspire people will make this a book of great appeal to his TV audiences past and present, to educators, parents, and anyone seeking wise, humane advice on how to get the most out of life.

The beloved host of PBS's Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, subject of the acclaimed documentary Won't You Be My Neighbor? and the forthcoming biopic A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood starring Tom Hanks, offers warm words of advice and encouragement, along with reflections on his own childhood For more than fifty years, Fred Rogers and his enchanting neighborhood have educated, comforted, and influenced millions of people, both young and young at heart. Organized by themes--relationships, childhood, communication, parenthood, and more--this touching collection gathers his signature sayings and wise thoughts, all of which he enriches with his own memories of being a child and growing up. His ability to understand all kinds of people will inspire viewers past and present, and his straightforward, compassionate guidance will help show you how to get the most from life.