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Mister Rogers Talks About Adoption

Season 15 Episode 54 | 2m 13s

Mister Rogers talks about how he remembers the day his sister was adopted. Without her, he would never have been a brother. His sister didn't look exactly like his mother or father, but noone is exactly like anyone else, whether they are adopted or not. He sings "Please Don't Think It's Funny"

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