Sesame Street has always been a trusted resource for families, offering a wealth of materials designed to support children’s growth and development. Explore our featured resources, including printables, videos, and engaging content, all focused on topics that matter most to your family and the families you serve.
Featured Resources for Families
Dive into a collection of carefully curated resources from Sesame Street, designed to address key areas of family life and child development.
Preparing for the Unexpected with Sesame Street
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Five Easy Ways to Get Emergency-Ready
Emergencies can be daunting for families, especially for young children. Sesame Street provides practical and reassuring guidance on how to prepare for unexpected situations. Discover five simple yet effective strategies to help your family become emergency-ready, ensuring safety and peace of mind during challenging times.
Learn how to prepare your family for emergencies with Sesame Street
Healthy Habits with Elmo and Sesame Street Friends
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Elmo’s Toothy Dance
Make dental hygiene fun with Elmo! “Elmo’s Toothy Dance” is an engaging video that gets kids moving and learning about the importance of brushing their teeth. Groove along with Elmo and his friends as they demonstrate the steps to a healthy and bright smile.
Join Elmo’s Toothy Dance for fun dental hygiene tips
Navigating Family Transitions with Sesame Street Storybooks
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Transitioning Between Parents: A Sesame Street Storybook
Family transitions like moving between parents’ homes can be sensitive for children. Sesame Street offers a comforting storybook, “Transitioning Between Parents,” to help children understand and adjust to these changes. This resource aids in creating simple routines and providing emotional support during transitions.
Read the Sesame Street storybook on transitioning between parents
Exploring Emotions with Sesame Street Characters
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Play Feeling Faces with Elmo, Oscar, and Abby
Understanding and expressing emotions is crucial for children’s social and emotional development. Sesame Street’s “Feeling Faces” game offers a playful way for children to explore a wide range of emotions with beloved characters like Elmo, Oscar, and Abby. This interactive game helps kids recognize and name different feelings in a fun and engaging way.
Play Sesame Street’s Feeling Faces game to explore emotions
Addressing Traumatic Experiences with Sesame Street’s Support
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Understanding Traumatic Experiences: Guidance from Sesame Street
Sesame Street recognizes the impact of traumatic experiences on young children and offers resources to help families and caregivers provide support. Learn about what constitutes traumatic experiences and discover how you can empower children to feel safe and develop healthy coping mechanisms with Sesame Street’s expert guidance.
Learn about supporting children through traumatic experiences with Sesame Street
Talking About Feelings with Sesame Street Coloring Activities
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Encourage Emotional Expression with Sesame Street’s “Talking About Feelings” Activity
Open communication about emotions is vital for children’s well-being. Sesame Street provides a “Talking About Feelings” coloring activity to encourage kids to express themselves and communicate with trusted adults about their emotions. This printable activity is a great tool to initiate conversations about feelings in a relaxed and creative setting.
Download the Sesame Street “Talking About Feelings” coloring activity
Making Hygiene Fun with Sesame Street Games
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Brush Those Teeth: A Hands-On Game from Sesame Street
Good hygiene habits start young! Sesame Street’s “Brush Those Teeth” game makes learning about hygiene interactive and enjoyable. Through hands-on play, children can learn the proper techniques for brushing their teeth, setting the foundation for lifelong healthy habits with the help of their favorite Sesame Street characters.
Explore the Sesame Street “Brush Those Teeth” hygiene game
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Latest News from Sesame Workshop
Stay up-to-date with the latest initiatives and news from Sesame Workshop, the non-profit organization behind Sesame Street, dedicated to helping children everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.
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Coping in the Aftermath of an Emergency with Sesame Street
Sesame Street continues to address timely and relevant issues. Learn about resources for coping in the aftermath of emergencies, providing support and comfort to families during challenging times.
Read about coping with emergencies from Sesame Workshop
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Sesame Street for Military Families Expands Resources for Strong Family Connections
Sesame Street remains committed to supporting military families. Discover the latest resources designed to build and strengthen family connections within the military community, addressing their unique needs and experiences.
Learn about new resources for military families from Sesame Street
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Sesame Street Season 55 Premieres on Max
Exciting news for Sesame Street fans! Season 55 has launched on Max, bringing new episodes and adventures with your favorite Muppet friends. Tune in to experience the latest learning and fun from Sesame Street.
Find out about Sesame Street Season 55 launch on Max
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Sesame Workshop Appoints Joseph Giraldi as Chief Operating Officer
Sesame Workshop continues to grow and evolve. Learn about the appointment of Joseph Giraldi as Chief Operating Officer, marking a new chapter for the organization.
Read about Joseph Giraldi’s appointment at Sesame Workshop
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Sesame Workshop 2024 Annual Impact Report
Explore the significant impact of Sesame Workshop in 2024. The Annual Impact Report highlights the organization’s global reach and its positive influence on children and families worldwide. Discover the results achieved through Sesame Street and Sesame Workshop’s various initiatives.
View the Sesame Workshop 2024 Annual Impact Report
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Help Sesame Street Prepare the Next Generation
Contribute to Sesame Workshop’s vital mission of transforming how the world supports children. Your gift helps Sesame Street reach children and families in need, creating a brighter future for generations to come.
Donate to Sesame Street Today
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Sesame Street Shows
Sesame Street is more than just a TV show; it’s a global phenomenon. Learn about the various Sesame Street shows reaching children and families around the world through the power of media and engaging storytelling.
Explore Sesame Street Shows Worldwide
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Sesame Street Impact Areas
Sesame Workshop addresses critical issues impacting children and families through targeted initiatives. Discover the key impact areas where Sesame Street is making a difference, from health and hygiene to social-emotional learning and beyond.
Learn about Sesame Street’s Impact Areas
See More About Sesame Street’s Work
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Join Millions of Families Engaging with Sesame Street
Sesame Street’s content reaches millions of children every month in the U.S. alone. Join this vast community benefiting from Sesame Street’s educational and enriching resources.
Sesame Street Around the World
Sesame Workshop’s impact extends globally, bringing learning and laughter to children across diverse regions.
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Sesame Street in East Asia and Oceania
Sesame Street has a rich history in East Asia and Oceania, adapting its educational content to resonate with the diverse cultures and needs of these regions.
Explore Sesame Street’s work in East Asia and Oceania
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Sesame Street in Europe
For decades, Sesame Street has been a source of joy and learning for children throughout Europe, fostering early childhood development and education.
Discover Sesame Street’s impact in Europe
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Sesame Street in Latin America
Sesame Workshop has been dedicated to joyful learning for children in Latin America for over 50 years, creating culturally relevant and impactful programs.
Learn about Sesame Street’s programs in Latin America
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Sesame Street in the Middle East and North Africa
Sesame Street utilizes media and playful learning to support children in the Middle East and North Africa, focusing on resilience, connection, and education.
Explore Sesame Street’s initiatives in the Middle East and North Africa
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Sesame Street in Africa
Sesame Street empowers children in Africa through media, partnerships, and community engagement, preparing them for a future filled with opportunities and growth.
Discover Sesame Street’s work across Africa
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Sesame Street in South Asia
Sesame Street leverages media and community engagement to deliver playful learning and support to children throughout South Asia, addressing regional needs and promoting education.
Learn about Sesame Street’s programs in South Asia
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Sesame Street in the United States and Canada
From the iconic Sesame Street show to classroom resources and community support, Sesame Street has been positively impacting children in the United States and Canada for over five decades.
Explore Sesame Street’s impact in the United States and Canada
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