The Best of Sesame Street
Last updated: July 17, 2025
Decades after the show premiered, kids are still falling in love with Elmo, Big Bird, and all of the characters who live on Sesame Street. And parents love it too. It set the standard for high-quality, easily accessible, educational entertainment for kids. The characters, songs, and stories have expanded from television into books, apps, games, movies, and more, inspiring kids to learn in every format. We've gathered together some of our favorite Sesame Street media from the past 50 years that includes ABC's, 123's, and great character-building lessons for kids all over the world. For more excellent picks for preschoolers, check out these Educational TV Shows for Kids.
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