When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” – Fred Rogers

Posted on March 10, 2018 by Jennie

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About Jennie

I have been teaching preschool for over thirty-five years. This is my passion. I believe that children have a voice, and that is the catalyst to enhance or even change the learning experience. Emergent curriculum opens young minds. It's the little things that happen in the classroom that are most important and exciting. That's what I write about. I was a live guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show. I am highlighted in the seventh edition of Jim Trelease's million-copy bestselling book, "The Read-Aloud Handbook" because of my reading to children. My class has designed quilts that hang as permanent displays at the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the Fisher House at the Boston VA Hospital, and the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
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26 Responses to When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” – Fred Rogers

  1. FlowerAlley says:
    March 10, 2018 at 2:46 pm

    I loved this. He was such a good person.

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  2. beetleypete says:
    March 10, 2018 at 2:46 pm

    Nice reblog, Jennie, and still true today.
    Best wishes, Pete.

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  3. delphini510 says:
    March 10, 2018 at 3:21 pm

    What a wise saying by Fred Rogers. So true, we mustn’t just stare at negative news. Look at the helpers. Positive news don’t get as much press as negative so we better look.
    miriam

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  4. Sharon E. Cathcart says:
    March 10, 2018 at 6:18 pm

    Fred Rogers is, and always will be, one of my heroes.

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  5. reocochran says:
    March 10, 2018 at 7:17 pm

    Mister Rogers was such a fantastic friend to all! His words in his messages are always meaningful and straightforward, Jennie. Helpers and neighbors are there for us to “lean on” or we can be the one who is leaned upon. 🌈 🌟

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  6. robbiesinspiration says:
    March 10, 2018 at 11:23 pm

    This is a very good way to look at the negatives in life, Jennie. It is true, there are always helpers.

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  8. Teagan R. Geneviene says:
    March 11, 2018 at 6:46 am

    Here’s to the helpers of the world. And Jennie — you are a shining light among them. Hugs on the wing!

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  9. Dayne Sislen, Children's Book Illustrator says:
    March 12, 2018 at 1:55 pm

    Let’s celebrate all those helpers among us. Our teachers are on the front line helping every day.

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  10. cathleentownsend says:
    March 12, 2018 at 6:31 pm

    I used to watch Mr. Rogers when I was a kid, and he definitely had some brilliant moments. This is one of them. 🙂

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  11. Norah says:
    March 13, 2018 at 8:15 am

    Looking for the good, that’s always the best way. A lovely quote.

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  12. Susan @ redcanoereader.com says:
    March 13, 2018 at 11:43 am

    This is one of my very favorite quotes, Jennie! It is so important that we keep these wise words in mind. Thank you for sharing. – Susan

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  13. Marcia Strykowski says:
    March 13, 2018 at 12:01 pm

    I recently watched a very old film clip of Mr. Rogers talking about why shows like his are so important and necessary for children, what a great man he was.

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