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Richie Havens performing on Sesame Street in 1974. Havens sang “Wonder Child,” written by Sesame Street songwriters Sam Pottle and David Axelrod.
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On Friday, we’ll be airing a very special episode of Sesame Street.
A hurricane has swept through Sesame Street and everyone is working together to clean up the neighborhood. When Big Bird checks on his home, he is heartbroken to find that the storm has destroyed his nest. Big Bird’s friends and neighbors gather to show their support and let him know they can fix his home, but it will take time. While everyone on Sesame Street spends the next few days cleaning up and making repairs, Big Bird still has moments where he is sad, angry, and confused. His friends help him cope with his emotions by talking about what happened, drawing pictures together, and giving him lots of hugs. They also comfort Big Bird by offering him temporary places he can eat, sleep, and play. Big Bird remembers all the good times he had at his nest and realizes that once it is rebuilt, there are more good times and memories to come. Finally the day has come where most of the repairs to Big Bird’s home are done and his nest is complete. As he is about to try it out, though, the city nest inspector says it not safe, yet, because the mud isn’t dry. Big Bird is sad that he has to wait another day, but Snuffy comes to the rescue and blows the nest dry and he passes the test! Big Bird thanks everyone for being his friend and helping to rebuild his nest and his home.
Please check your local listings to see what time the episode will air on PBS.
Why PBS matters.
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Sharing this around, one of the few ads that made me tear up, still does.
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![theatlantic:
43 Surprising Facts About ‘Sesame Street’
Sesame Street kicked off its 43rd season yesterday. We’re big fans of the Street, and to prove it, here are some of our favorite Sesame facts.
Oscar the Grouch used to be orange. Jim Henson decided to make him green before season two.
In 1970, Ernie reached #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 with the timeless hit “Rubber Duckie.”
During a 2004 episode, Cookie Monster said that before he started eating cookies, his name was Sid.
Mr. Snuffleupagus has a first name—Aloysius.
How big is Big Bird? 8’2″.
Read the other 38 ‘Sesame Street’ facts. [via mental_floss]](http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_max7oumLYT1qcokc4o1_500.jpg)
43 Surprising Facts About ‘Sesame Street’
Sesame Street kicked off its 43rd season yesterday. We’re big fans of the Street, and to prove it, here are some of our favorite Sesame facts.
- Oscar the Grouch used to be orange. Jim Henson decided to make him green before season two.
- In 1970, Ernie reached #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 with the timeless hit “Rubber Duckie.”
- During a 2004 episode, Cookie Monster said that before he started eating cookies, his name was Sid.
- Mr. Snuffleupagus has a first name—Aloysius.
- How big is Big Bird? 8’2″.
Read the other 38 ‘Sesame Street’ facts. [via mental_floss]
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Sesame Street performer Eric Jacobson and Super Grover 2.0 stopped by Comic Con 2012. From the looks of it everyone had a great time. Check out the photos!
The first photo is going to get me through the week.
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Giancarlo Esposito was on Sesame Street in 1982. I wonder what he is up to today?
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![theatlantic:
43 Surprising Facts About ‘Sesame Street’
Sesame Street kicked off its 43rd season yesterday. We’re big fans of the Street, and to prove it, here are some of our favorite Sesame facts.
Oscar the Grouch used to be orange. Jim Henson decided to make him green before season two.
In 1970, Ernie reached #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 with the timeless hit “Rubber Duckie.”
During a 2004 episode, Cookie Monster said that before he started eating cookies, his name was Sid.
Mr. Snuffleupagus has a first name—Aloysius.
How big is Big Bird? 8’2″.
Read the other 38 ‘Sesame Street’ facts. [via mental_floss]](http://cdn.theatlantic.com/static/mt/assets/culture_test/oscar-orange.jpg)
