National Good Neighbor Day Book List @ Sussex County Library System.

September 28th is National Good Neighbor Day. This national holiday was signed into law in 1978 by President Jimmy Carter. Since then, people have been celebrating this holiday in big and small ways around the country. In celebration of this holiday, we have compiled a reading list of great "reads" focused on neighborhood topics. This list for suitable for children and teens.

Updated July 24, 2024
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Daniel plays at school
Pendergrass, Daphne.
Paper Book
A new generation of children love Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, inspired by the classic series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood! Daniel Tiger and Miss Elaina must learn to compromise in this Pre-level 1 Ready-to-Read story based on a popular episode of Daniel Tiger's...
Who can? Daniel can!
Testa, Maggie
Paper Book
A new generation of children love Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, inspired by the classic series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood! Now very new readers can reach for the stars with Daniel Tiger in this book that's part of an all-new Ready-to-Read level, Ready-to-Go! ...
Wishtree /
Applegate, Katherine
Paper Book
From #1 New York Times-bestelling author of Odder and The One and Only Ivan, Wishtree is the beautiful, nuanced story of an oak tree and a crow who help their neighbors embrace their differences. Trees can't tell jokes, but they can certainly tell...
Who was Mister Rogers? /
Bailey, Diane,
Paper Book
Learn how Fred Rogers, a minister and musician from Pennsylvania, became one of America's most beloved television personalities and everyone's favorite neighbor. Even though he's best known for his successful PBS series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, Fred Rogers never...
Mr. Postmouse's rounds
Dubuc, Marianne
Paper Book
In this bustling picture book, Mr. Postmouse carefully loads up his wagon and sets off to make the day's mail deliveries to all the animals on his route. Via cross-section drawings, readers get to peer inside each home Mr. Postmouse stops at, and every one is different, depending on the animals who...
Kind like Fred Rogers /
Esposito, Nick
Paper Book
"A mix of prose and colorful comic panels make for a fast-moving story affirming the power of kindness and empathy."--Kirkus Reviews A 2023 CBC Librarian Favorites Winner The first book in the Good Guys Agency series! Determined to better the world by inspiring...
Helpers in your neighborhood
Evans, Shira.
Paper Book
Get to know the everyday heroes in your community! From firefighters to teachers, mail carriers to crossing guards, neighborhood helpers are all around. Young readers learn about the importance of cooperation and the people who lead the way in our communities. Perfect for...
Franklin's neighborhood
Jennings, Sharon.
Paper Book
Franklin learns the value of the people and places in his neighborhood in this Franklin Classic Storybook.
The door is open:
Khan, Hena (EDT)/ Dasgupta, Sayantani/ Faruqi, Reem/ Hiranandani, Veera/ Singh, Simran Jeet
Paper Book
Discover stories of fear, triumph, and spectacular celebration in this warm-hearted novel of interconnected stories that celebrates the diversity of South Asian American experiences in a local community center. Discover stories of fear, triumph, and spectacular...
Last stop on Market Street
de la Pen?a, Matt
Paper Book
On Sundays, CJ and his nana ride the bus across town to their stop on Market Street. But today, CJ's not happy about it. Today, he's wondering out loud why they have to wait in the rain and why they don't have a car like his other friends. But it's Nana who opens young CJ's eyes and shows him the...
City shapes /
Murray, Diana.
Paper Book
Hunt for shapes of all kinds on this journey through a bustling city, illustrated by four-time Caldecott Honoree Bryan Collier! From shimmering skyscrapers to fluttering kites to twinkling stars high in the sky, everyday scenes become extraordinary as a young girl walks through...
A beautiful day in the neighborhood :
Rogers, Fred
Paper Book
TheNew York TimesBest Seller For the first time ever, 75 beloved songs fromMisterRogers' NeighborhoodandThe Children's Cornerare collected in this charmingly illustrated treasury, sure to be cherished by generations of children as well as the millions of...
Simple acts :
Silverstein, Natalie
Paper Book
Simple and actionable tools to help busy young people make a difference in the world. Young people can make a difference in the world no matter how busy they are. Simple Acts shows them how, with easy and practical tips, activities, and resources that will inspire...

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