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Big Sad Wolf
Prairie Dawn interviews Big Bad Wolf. Through the interview, we find out that his Social Studies were hurt because Little Red was making fun of him. Prairie Dawn offers some good advice and gets Big Bad Wolf to tell Little Red how she...
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Abby Reads To Marco
We read Fairy Tales, but what does a fairy read? Real People Tales! Abby reads baby Marco a Language Arts story about a mom who makes pumpkin pie in the oven, not with a magic wand. This is a cute way to introduce Language Arts and early...
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Carol Of The Bells
Jennifer Hudson and a forest of feathered friends sing the song "Carol of the Bells."
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The Cookie Game
Prairie and Cookie Monster play a game involving a cookie. While being blindfolded, Cookie Monster has to identify which of the round objects is a cookie. He lists different traits, such as smooth, bumpy, hard, soft, etc. The examples of...
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Knock Me Out at The Ball Game
Grover demonstrates the danger of not listening in this baseball video. He is unable to get a customer's hotdog order correct and repeatedly prevents him from catching a foul ball, all because of his inability to listen. This would be a...
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What A Piece Of Paper!
Elmo does a good job at being a great friend to Abby and the earth. Instead of throwing her piece of art in the trash, Elmo suggests using it for something else, like making a paper airplane. Teach your class how to reduce, reuse, and...
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Greg Kinnear: Machine
Greg tells us about the word machine. He has a hard time explaining the word until a friendly robot defines the word. After he knows what the word means, Greg show all of the things he has that could be considered a machine
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Outrageous Home Makeover
The Outrageous Home Makeover show takes a playful look at room renovation and counting. Learners can count each door as new ones are added to the house. This is a fun way to review counting.
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Anna Faris: Gem
Anna and Elmo explain the word, gem. A prince continually interrupts in order to bring Anna diamonds, emeralds, and rubies. When Anna starts to define the word gem she realizes that the prince has been bringing her gems the whole time.
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Growing Beans
What does it take to grow a plant? Cody shows us how to plant kidney beans using beans, water, paper towels, and a jar. This is a great experiment to try in the classroom. Make sure they have plenty of sun!
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Telly Plays The Triangle
Big Bird gives Telly a lesson on living vs. non-living things in this film. Telly is afraid to play a musical instrument, a triangle, he is holding because he thinks he might hurt it. After Big Bird tells Telly the triangle isn't living,...
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Air Bear
Art can occur all around us and can be created using anything. A New York artist collects plastic bags from the street to create a bear that comes to life with a little air from the subway. The concept in this video is vital; it promotes...
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The Nutcracker Mash
Jamie Foxx and Elmo sing and dance to the music of the Nutcracker in this snazzy film. The original music has been updated to an appealing jam. It is a fun film to show during the holiday season.
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Bert And Ernie Adventure: Wishes
Ernie encourages Bert to go on an imaginary adventure to the Middle East. They find a genie who grants them three wishes. Bernie wishes for a rubber ducky finger, where everything he touches turns to a rubber ducky. They make their final...
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Desperate Houseplants
In this episode of "Desperate Houseplants" two houseplants find out they aren't getting what they need. They need water and sunlight. Thankfully, the gardener notices the state they're in and gives them water and sun.
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Elmo's Gift To Dorothy
What do you give a fish for Social Studies ? Elmo draws his fish, Dorothy, a picture and she loves it. Have children draw pictures for their friends to give as gifts.
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Grover Flies: F
Grover showcases the letter " F." He engages in a wonderful demonstration by flying. He also lists all sorts of words that start with this letter, such as fabulous.
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Morphin Mega Monsters: Truck
Two characters learn to share in this video featuring a toy truck. This presentation could be a way to discuss the importance of sharing and Social Studies . The video is funny and entertaining.
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Pumpkins On Halloween
Carving a pumpkin is discussed in this video. A family shows how to use markers and a knife to create a Jack-o-Lantern. This video also shows some creative ways to decorate pumpkins including painting on faces and using the seeds as...
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Rebecca Lobo: The Letter O
NBA player Rebecca Lobo talks about things that start with the letter “O” in this film. Telly Monster interviews this basketball star as part of the show. Big Bird and Lobo play basketball as well. This would be a terrific way to...
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Amy Poehler: Challenge
Elmo and Amy explain how exciting the word challenge can be. First Amy defines the word then attempts to complete a challenge that turns out to be too challenging. However when Elmo thinks up an easier challenge Amy tries and tries until...
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The Street Sings Sunny Days
Sesame Street residents sing a song about their neighborhood. It has a terrific song that inspires everyone to sing along.
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Grover Finds The Letter A
Grover has forty seconds to find the letter “A." While he is unsuccessful, Big Bird helps him in his search.
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Ty Burrell: Hexagon
Ty Burrell and Abby identify the characteristics of a hexagon. They discuss sides and angles. Through trial and error Abby finally identifies a hexagon.