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Death of a Goldfish

Season 11 Episode 1 | 28m 40s

In this highly-acclaimed early episode Mister Rogers discovers a dead fish in his aquarium, buries it, and talks about his boyhood feelings when his dog died. He assures children that memories can help, and that sadness isn't forever.

Aired: 03/22/70 | Expires: 09/03/18
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