Mister Rogers' Neighborhood
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Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 4; suggested age 4. -
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Common Sense says
Lessons and activities help preschoolers learn life skills.
On this site kids can: be read to, do activities, play games, play in a virtual world, read stories
Why We Rated This
for Ages 4 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Mister Rogers' Neighborhood
Parents need to know that this superb educational site, the latest from PBS Kids, celebrates and builds on the beloved children's show. Mr. Rogers Neighborhood the Web site offers a storehouse of the series' best clips, plus song lyrics, new activities for kids and parents, and fun facts about the show and its creator. Computer-savvy kids as young as four can explore this site, but parents will want to share as much of this special learning experience as possible.
Read our full review by Carla Thornton
Families Can Talk About
- Perhaps the best-known children’s television show ever created, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood aired for over 30 years and is still seen in reruns. Did parents watch the show when they were little? Discuss their favorite characters and what they learned from the show when they were kids.
- Mister Rogers teaches that all children deserve to be liked and accepted. Do kids know someone at school who feels lonely and could use a friendly word?
- Discuss what might be fun to do or watch together on site. For instance, choose one of the recipes to try in the kitchen. But make sure preschoolers and kindergartners aren't spending too much time on the computer. Read our tips for setting limits.

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