By showing genuine interest in the visitors to his Neighborhood and by treating them all with courtesy and respect, he models the appreciation of inherent individual worthiness that is the cornerstone of a successful multicultural society. And he validates the desire of every child to be accepted. Mister Rogers' Neighborhood promotes values that are important to all children and families. We live in a world where tastes change constantly, but the values of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood are timeless and universal. These are the values that enable families to nurture their children and help them to grow.
Children grow best when raised in responsible and caring ways.
The ability to love and be loved is supremely important to everyone, and that ability is best nurtured in the early years. Discipline and control are essential to healthy living, and the best discipline and control come from within. Children's worth and unique abilities need to be recognized. Children can and do contribute in important ways to their family life.