Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Season 21 Episode 4 Mouths & Feelings (4)
- November 22, 1990
In the 21st season of the beloved children's show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, episode 4 titled "Mouths & Feelings (4)" takes a closer look at the connections between our mouths and our emotions.
Through gentle conversations and playful puppetry, Mister Rogers invites children to explore their own feelings and how they are expressed through our bodies, particularly our mouths. He demonstrates various mouth movements and encourages children to try making different faces to express different emotions.
One segment features Mister Rogers visiting a dentist who talks about the importance of taking care of our teeth and gums by brushing and flossing regularly. He also explains how certain foods can affect the health of our mouths and the rest of our bodies.
Another segment discussed the power of words, both positive and negative, and how they can impact not only our own feelings but the feelings of others around us. Mister Rogers uses storytelling and music to emphasize the importance of using kind and encouraging words.
Throughout the episode, Mister Rogers emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and expressing our feelings in healthy ways. He ends with a heartfelt song about the many ways we can express ourselves and the importance of being true to ourselves and our emotions.
With its gentle and reassuring tone, "Mouths & Feelings (4)" is a powerful episode that helps children learn important emotional and physical skills that will stay with them for years to come.