Ever the Naughty Ninja, Will follows his dad into the bathroom and immediately spies danger: Poisonous flies that have followed him from the jungle! As any parent would, his dad begs him not to say, “Ninja to the rescue,” because we all know what comes after a catchphrase…chaos! Through each increasingly rough rescue, Dad finds himself more and more defeated in his quest to complete bathtime, but ultimately he starts to find the infectious joy that only the ridiculousness of children can bring out in an adult. But as all ninjas know, danger lurks around every corner.Įven naughty ninjas get hungry, but Dad says, “ Pee-yew,” and insists his little ninja get clean before going near a morsel. Endpapers bookend the story with inspirational quotes from Fred Rogers.Įssential for storytime read-alouds, emotional-literacy curricula, and bedtime snuggles in neighborhoods everywhere.Īfter swinging out from the jungle after a long day of ninja-ing, Will makes his way home just in time for a bath. Extensive backmatter includes a biography, photographs from the show, a visual glossary of icons in the book and their connection to the show, a note from the author about his connection to Fred Rogers, and ways to learn more about this iconic figure of children’s television. Cordell fittingly includes children of color and children with disabilities, demonstrating the universal appeal and relevance of this special program. Cordell’s signature illustration style-scratchy pen and ink with pastel-hued watercolors-immerses readers in this world of make-believe, infusing graphically distinct spreads with warmth and humor, Fred’s recognizable red cardigan popping against the milder tints. Precise narration leads readers through the touchstones of Fred’s life, highlighting how his childhood influenced his mission: to treat children with deep respect for their emotions and intelligence.
Fred Rogers invited various artists, musicians, and public figures to his make-believe neighborhood, where he worked with puppeteers, actors, and others to create a unique place for his youngest television viewers-one filled with messages, spoken and sung, that underscored the values of love, kindness, and curiosity. The best neighborhoods are filled with all kinds of people, and Mr.
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