num_pages: 40
description: A picture book biography about Fred Rogers, the creator and star of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.Fred Rogers was a quiet boy with big feelings. Sometimes, he felt scared or lonely; at other times, he was playful and joyous. But when Fred’s feelings felt too big, his Grandfather McFeely knew exactly what to say to make him feel better: I like you just the way you are.Fred grew up and created Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, the television program that would go on to warm the hearts and homes of millions of Americans. But one day, the government threatened to cut funding for public television, including Fred’s show. So, Fred stepped off the set and into a hearing on Capitol Hill to make his feelings known.
language: English
title: Fred's Big Feelings: The Life and Legacy of Mister Rogers
publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers