Sesame Street has been a trusted source of educational content for generations, providing valuable resources for families and educators alike. Explore a wide range of printables, videos, and activities designed to support children’s development across crucial areas. Whether you’re looking for guidance on navigating tough topics or fun ways to learn essential skills, Sesame Street offers a wealth of materials to help your family thrive.
Featured Resources for Everyday Family Life
Sesame Street understands the diverse needs of families today. That’s why they’ve created a collection of resources addressing everything from health and safety to emotional well-being and family transitions. Dive into these featured selections to find support and engaging content for your children.
Preparing for the Unexpected: Emergency Readiness
Emergencies can be unsettling for families, especially young children. Sesame Street provides “Five Easy Ways to Get Emergency-Ready,” a helpful resource to guide parents in preparing for unexpected situations. This resource offers practical tips and advice to make your family feel safer and more secure when facing emergencies.
A parent plays with her children dressed like firefighters
Fun with Dental Hygiene: Elmo’s Toothy Dance
Making healthy habits fun is key for kids! “Elmo’s Toothy Dance” is an engaging video that gets children moving and learning about the importance of brushing their teeth. Join Elmo and his friends as they groove through the steps of good oral hygiene, making toothbrushing time a joyful experience.
Elmo and a toothbrush dancing.
Navigating Family Changes: Transitioning Between Parents
Changes in family structure can be challenging for children to understand. The storybook “Transitioning Between Parents” offers a gentle and supportive way to help children adjust to moving between homes. This resource provides a framework for creating routines and fostering a sense of stability during times of transition.
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Exploring Emotions: Play Feeling Faces
Understanding and expressing emotions is a vital part of social-emotional development. “Play Feeling Faces” is an interactive game featuring beloved Sesame Street characters like Elmo, Oscar, and Abby, designed to help children explore and recognize a wide range of feelings in a fun and engaging way.
Kid with an astonished face
Understanding Trauma: Supporting Children’s Safety and Coping
Traumatic experiences can have a significant impact on children. Sesame Street’s resource “What Are Traumatic Experiences?” empowers adults to help children feel safe and develop healthy coping mechanisms after experiencing trauma. This valuable resource provides insights and guidance on supporting children’s resilience.
Elmo with his hand on the back of a child looking away.
Talking About Feelings: Coloring Activity for Emotional Expression
Encouraging open communication about emotions is crucial for children’s well-being. The “Talking About Feelings” coloring activity provides a creative and accessible way for children to express their emotions and engage in conversations with trusted adults about how they are feeling.
Coloring page of Elmo hugging his dad.
Hands-on Hygiene Learning: Brush Those Teeth Game
Reinforce good hygiene habits through play with the “Brush Those Teeth” game. This hands-on activity from Sesame Street makes learning about toothbrushing interactive and fun, helping children establish healthy habits for a lifetime of good oral health.
Close up of an illustrated tooth brush brushing teeth.
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Sesame Workshop’s impact extends far beyond television. Discover their diverse initiatives, from research-backed programs to classroom resources and large-scale social impact projects, all aimed at supporting children’s learning and development.
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