Sesame Street Day

In celebration of Sesame Street Day, observed each year on November 10, fans around the world honour the premiere of this groundbreaking children’s television show which first aired on November 10, 1969.

History of Sesame Street Day

“Sesame Street Day” marks the anniversary of the show’s debut. Since its first broadcast in 1969, Sesame Street has grown into a global educational icon, helping children learn the alphabet, numbers and social-skills through its beloved Muppets and engaging format.
The observance itself began to take shape after the show reached significant anniversaries (for example its 40th in 2009) and has since become a day to reflect on its impact and celebrate its legacy.

Why is Sesame Street Day important?

Sesame Street Day offers more than nostalgia—it highlights the enduring value of educational media and how a children’s programme can influence generations. It emphasises how learning, kindness, inclusion and fun can be blended together in media aimed at young viewers.
Additionally, the day invites reflection on diversity and how early-childhood education can shape attitudes, behaviours and opportunities across cultures and communities.

• It honours a show that pioneered combining puppetry, live action and research-driven curriculum.
• It reminds us how media can serve educational, social and emotional learning purposes.
• It celebrates inclusion, welcoming characters of different backgrounds and abilities.
• It underscores how children’s learning today builds the citizens, thinkers and changemakers of tomorrow.
• It gives families and educators a chance to engage together in media that’s both fun and meaningful.

How to Celebrate Sesame Street Day

Since this is a joyful and family-friendly observance, it’s fitting to celebrate it—by watching episodes, engaging with the show’s themes, or sharing the experience with kids and loved ones.
Here are some meaningful ideas:

• Watch a favourite episode of Sesame Street (perhaps one you enjoyed as a child) and discuss what you learned from it.
• Introduce younger family members to Sesame Street characters like Big Bird, Elmo or Cookie Monster and talk about kindness, curiosity or numbers.
• Create a themed activity: make cookies “for Cookie Monster”, play on the “123 Sesame Street” neighbourhood idea, or sing the theme song together.
• Share on social media a memory, favourite character or childhood learning moment tied to Sesame Street using hashtag #SesameStreetDay.
• Visit a library or preschool, donate a Sesame Street book or toy, or even volunteer with an early-childhood education programme to extend the show’s spirit of learning.

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