Finding Comfort With Family and Friends
Sing this song with a child to help him feel supported and loved.
Listen to the song together. Then tell children that they’re never alone; they have friends, family, and others in the community, such as teachers and doctors, who are there to help them. Talk about how each person helps. Whether it’s big, scary things or little, everyday things that make kids feel sad or scared—helpers are helpers.
A bedroom or another quiet space is a great place for a “Care Corner” with things and photos that remind them of special people in their lives (a card or letter written by a loved one, a shirt that smells like daddy, the blanket they take to sleepovers at Grandma’s house, and so on). Kids can go to this corner to feel comforted. Stuffed animals or dolls belong there, too!
Too Many Cooks
Elmo and friends learn that sharing roles helps playtime go smoothly.
Listen to Understand
Elmo and Abby learn that pausing to listen helps them work as a team.
Watch and Play: Elmo and The Great Cookie Stack
Watch this episode and explore ways to extend the learning at home.
Watch and Play: Abby's Magical Dragons
Watch this episode and explore ways to extend the learning at home.
A Time to Talk
Grown-ups work together to help Elmo manage big feelings with care.
Sesame Street Communication Board
Sesame Street’s first AAC board features core vocabulary and beloved characters.
Adult Teamwork in Children's Tough Moments
When it comes to supporting little ones with big feelings, providers and caregivers work better together!
