Amidst all of the current children's television programming, it is hard to believe that such a man as Fred Rogers, with his calm and peaceful demeanor, was able to captivate millions of children (and their parents) with his easygoing and assuring on-screen presence. Yesterday, Mister Rogers, who had been diagnosed with stomach cancer, passed away in his Pittsburgh home at the age of 74. Rogers...
It's a beautiful day to explore The Neighborhood Archive, an online collection of "episode commentary, books for kids, books for adults, LP releases, CD releases, fan stories, news articles, toys," and more, all related to the long-running children's show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Created in 2008 by guidance counselor Tim Lybarger, the site aims to honor the legacy of Fred Rogers and provide a...