“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

Egyptian American actor and comedian Ramy Youssef appeared on “Sesame Street” in mid-April to celebrate Arab American Heritage Month.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 30, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 26, 2026

The content could fit in with the streamer’s other educational content, including documentaries and programs targeting families including “Sesame Street” and “Ms. Rachel.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2025

The subcommittee’s Democrats countered with jokes about Elmo and other “Sesame Street” characters.

From Salon ● May 18, 2025

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