“Sesame Street”

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1. An educational television program for preschool children, particularly aimed at disadvantaged children, that began in the late 1960s. “Sesame Street” teaches awareness of letters and numbers and combines live actors, animation, and puppets (Muppets) in a great number of small segments, many of them musical.

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“Sesame Street”

Some “Sesame Street” viewers have long wondered whether Bert and Ernie were more than friends.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026

Following “All That,” she appeared on “Sesame Street” across three episodes in twin-themed sketches.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2026

“Molly of Denali” and “Sesame Street” were among the shows that had been funded by the Ready to Learn initiative.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 2, 2026

While “Sesame Street” and “The Electric Company” sharpened my literacy, Child helped me understand that the kitchen is a creative lab.

From Salon ● Jan. 30, 2026

It turned out he learned how to read by watching “Sesame Street” each morning.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 26, 2026

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