What is Sesame Street about?

Sesame Street is a long-standing, influential American children's television series that premiered on November 10, 1969. A production of Sesame Workshop, the series is characterized by its educational content seamlessly integrated into entertaining segments, combining live-action, puppetry (notably featuring Jim Henson's Muppets), animation, and sketch comedy. The show is set on a fictional street where a vibrant community of humans and Muppets coexist, and together they tackle everyday challenges while teaching lessons aimed at preschoolers. The curriculum includes basic educational concepts such as literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving, alongside social concepts like kindness, respect, and understanding diversity. Sesame Street has been notable for its willingness to address complex issues such as disability, loss, and cultural diversity in a way that is accessible and meaningful to children. Throughout its history, the series has incorporated various changes in production style and content to stay relevant with shifting cultural contexts and viewing practices. Its success has made it not only one of the longest-running children's TV shows but also a staple of educational media globally.

The first episode of Sesame Street aired on November 10, 1969 and the most recent episode to air was on March 14, 2024.