Common Sense Media Review
By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Cookie's upbeat, funny baking competition has heart of gold.
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Cookie Monster's Bake Sale
What's the Story?
In COOKIE MONSTER'S BAKE SALE, Cookie Monster teams up with Food Network star and athlete Eddie Jackson (Kids BBQ Championship) to help a community track team raise money for uniforms. Kids from the team help the adults make sweets to sell at a bake sale that will benefit their track team. Which part of the team will create the best treats?
Is It Any Good?
The adults are having as much fun as the kids in this fun, altruistic baking show, which makes it a good bet for young kid and adult viewers alike. The great chemistry between Cookie Monster and chef Eddie Jackson sets a giggly, festive tone in Cookie Monster's Bake Sale. Meanwhile, the kid and grown-up contestants in this show model joyful service to a common cause. This fun special is a positive contribution to the Sesame Street legacy.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about working together in Cookie Monster's Bake Sale. How does a show like this one, where groups of people work together for the common good, help kids learn about teamwork?
Not everyone wins in this show, but perseverance yields good results. How do you see perseverance moving you toward your goals?
Adults model direct, but kind, communication in this show. How can good communication build a connection?
TV Details
- Premiere date : August 10, 2023
- Cast : Eddie Jackson , David Rudman
- Network : Max
- Genre : Game Shows
- Topics : Activism , Cooking
- Character Strengths : Communication , Perseverance , Teamwork
- TV rating :
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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