“Sesame Street was built on diversity, inclusion, and, especially, kindness.” View this post on Instagram. Where to Watch: CNN and CNN.com CNN/PBS/HBO. “When you see something that's wrong, speak up and say, ‘That’s wrong' and tell an adult,” 6-year-old Gabrielle the Muppet advises. NEW YORK — “Sesame Street” has always pressed for inclusion. The special which focused on racism aired on … “Racism has no place on our Street—or on any street," part of the statement read. Watch the town hall in its entirety below: "Sesame Street" talked to our kids about racism. The 60-minute special "Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism. “Sesame Street,” which last year celebrated its 50th anniversary, has a history of explaining the world to children, tackling everything from foster care to substance abuse. “We believe that this moment calls for a direct discussion about racism to help children grasp the issues and teach them that they are never too young to be ‘upstanders’ for themselves, one another, and their communities,” said Kay Wilson Stallings, executive vice president of creative and production at Sesame Workshop, in a statement. Viewers are offered tips to help their communities unite, including chalk drawings, making positive signs and going to sing-a-longs. A college professor defines white privilege. In the wake of the national reckoning on race, "Sesame Street" is going further — teaching children to stand up against racism. When outside, all the puppets wear masks, even the letter puppets. NEW YORK — “Sesame Street” has always pressed for inclusion. “Racism hurts and it's wrong,” is the message. During the CNN Sesame Street town hall, Elmo discusses racism and what it means to protest with his dad, Louie. Current and former Sesame Street human cast members Alan, Charlie, Chris and Gordon take part in the special, alongside celebrity guests Yara Shahidi, the star of “grown-ish;” “Hamilton” star Christopher Jackson; and Grammy-nominated singer Andra Day. Though hurt, the Black Muppet nevertheless refuses to stop playing superheroes, saying they can come in all colors. It urges children who encounter racism or hear someone else be the victim of it to call it out. ET. It is produced by Sesame Workshop (known as the Children's Television Workshop (CTW) until June 2000) and was created by Joan Ganz Cooney and Lloyd Morrisett. NEW YORK (AP) — “Sesame Street” has always pressed for inclusion. The special, composed of little skits and songs in a Zoom-like format, will stream on HBO Max and PBS Kids and air on PBS stations beginning Oct. 15. The special, composed of little skits and songs in a Zoom-like format, will stream on HBO Max and PBS Kids and air on PBS stations beginning Oct. 15. “Sesame Street” knows “C” is for cookie, everyone has bad days – and standing up to racism can improve the well-being of children and the adults who care for them. The "Sesame Street" characters appeared in a virtual town hall event Saturday morning called "Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism." The special concludes with the slogan “Listen. “When you see something that’s wrong, speak up and say, ‘That’s wrong’ and tell an adult,” 6-year-old Gabrielle the Muppet advises. Part 2: Entire CNN/Sesame Street town hall on racism 16:16. “We believe that this moment calls for a direct discussion about racism to help children grasp the issues and teach them that they are never too young to be ‘upstanders’ for themselves, one another, and their communities,” said Kay Wilson Stallings, executive vice president of creative and production at Sesame Workshop, in a statement. Capitol riot latest: Lawyer who kicked down Nancy Pelosi's door denied bail, Sen. Bernie Sanders becomes unlikely inauguration fashion star, Secret Service protection extended to Trump family members, ex-staffers, Biden takes step to require federal contractors pay $15 minimum wage. Scheduled to air Saturday, “Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism… In June, Sesame Street teamed up with CNN for a town hall to talk to kids about racism amid the ongoing Black Lives Matter protests in the wake of George Floyd's killing. But when it came to anti-racism … Children look to their families with love and trust to guide their understanding about their place in this great big world. Coming Together: Standing Up To Racism is a CNN town hall special hosted by Van Jones and Erica Hill, along with Sesame Street ’s Big Bird. As anger and heartbreak have swept across America over the killing of yet another black man at the hands of police, CNN and Sesame Street are refocusing their second town hall to address racism. The white Muppet soon apologizes. Sesame Street has always pressed for inclusion; now, in the wake of the national reckoning on race, it's going further: teaching children to stand up against racism. Sesame Workshop has included online resources for parents to help guide conversations with their child about race, including talking, singing and breathing together. "Sesame Street" and CNN will host a new 60-minute special "Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism," at 9 a.m., Saturday, June 6. Sesame Street has never shied away from tough topics and has even dealt with racism in past installments. Sesame Street's Abby Cadabby shares a story about how her fellow Sesame Street friend Big Bird was a victim of prejudice, … A CNN/Sesame Street Town Hall for Kids and Families" will air on Saturday, June 6, at 10 a.m. “Racism hurts and it’s wrong,” is the message. During the CNN Sesame Street town hall, Elmo discusses racism and what it means to protest with his dad, Louie. The latest special comes on the heels of “Sesame Street” contributing to “Coming Together: Standing Up To Racism,” a CNN town hall special in June hosted by Van Jones and Erica Hill. NEW YORK -- "Sesame Street" has always pressed for inclusion. It aims to use “Sesame Street’s” trusted voice to teach kids about systemic racism in an age-appropriate way amid a renewed national reckoning fueled by the deaths of George Floyd, … As parents of young children of color, we applaud the effort to give voice to s o many brilliant, thoughtful, nuanced … When outside, all the puppets wear masks, even the letter puppets. Now in the wake of the national reckoning on race, it’s going further — teaching children to stand up against racism. Act. Source: CNN Watch the full CNN Sesame Street: Coming Together Town … "Sesame Street" and CNN teamed up to bring children (and adults) a different type of Saturday morning cartoon — a town hall with Elmo and friends to address racism… In the song “How Do You Know?” racism is dealt with head-on. Sesame Street's Abby Kadaby shares a story of how her fellow Sesame Street friend Big Bird was a victim of prejudice, and how she stood up for him. "Sesame Street's" Elmo joined his dad Louie on CNN to discuss protesting and racism on Saturday June 6th, 2020. “Sharing can help us feel better,” is one tip. Now in the wake of the national reckoning on race, it’s going further — teaching children to stand up against racism. This Sesame Street special is an uplifting and joyful celebration of how each of us is unique and how we can work together to help make this world a better place for ourselves, ... Scroll down for easy-to-use resources to help guide conversations with your child about racism … "Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism. This image released by HBO shows some of the cast of "Sesame Street." The televised special, Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism, A CNN/Sesame Street Town Hall for Kids and Families, is set to air this Saturday, June 6, … Sesame Workshop, the non-profit educational organization behind "Sesame Street" will air an anti-racism … Unite.”. Don’t give in.”. Sesame Street: Racism on Sesame Street; Telly and Baby Bear build an information booth: Air date : November 26, 1993: Season : Season 25 (1993-1994) Written by : Jon Stone: Directed by : Jon Stone Sponsors : M, U, 2: Syndication : 123 Sesame Street… Elmo responds: ”Elmo wouldn’t care what you said ’cause Elmo is proud, proud to be red!” It concludes with the lines: “Speak up. CNN's Van Jones and Erica Hill partner with "Sesame Street" for Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism, a town hall for kids and families. Weeks after joining forces to educate kids and families about the coronavirus pandemic, Sesame Street and CNN teamed up again for a town hall on racism amid the ongoing Black Lives … Current and former Sesame Street human cast members Alan, Charlie, Chris and Gordon take part in the special, alongside celebrity guests Yara Shahidi, the star of "grown-ish;" “Hamilton” star Christopher Jackson; and Grammy-nominated singer Andra Day. Now in the wake of the national reckoning on race, it's going further — teaching children to stand up against racism. CNN and Sesame Street join once again this Saturday for a new Town Hall to help kids and families discuss racism and the protests taking place nationwide, build empathy and embrace diversity. (Photo: Courtesy of CNN) On Saturday morning Sesame Street and CNN teamed up to host an … Now in the wake of the national reckoning on race, it's going further -- teaching children to stand up against racism. Sesame Workshop has included online resources for parents to help guide conversations with their child about race, including talking, singing and breathing together. Sesame Workshop — the nonprofit, educational organization behind “Sesame Street” — will later this month air the half-hour anti-racist special “The Power of We” and hopes families will watch together. In the wake of the national reckoning on race, "Sesame Street" is going further — teaching children to stand up against racism. It concludes with the lines: “Speak up. “Racism has no place on our Street — or on any street,” the show said in a statement posted to its official social media accounts. Viewers are offered tips to help their communities unite, including chalk drawings, making positive signs and going to sing-a-longs. Sesame Workshop — the nonprofit, educational organization behind “Sesame Street” — will later this month air the half-hour anti-racist special "The Power of We” and hopes families will watch … “Hey, Elmo, how would you feel if I said, ‘I don’t like you ‘cause I don’t like the color red?‘” sings Tamir, a Black, 8-year-old Muppet. CNN and Sesame Street join once again this Saturday for a new Town Hall to help kids and families discuss racism and the protests taking place nationwide, build empathy and embrace diversity. CNN and Sesame Street hosted a June 6 town hall to discuss racism with kids and families. In the song “How Do You Know?” racism is dealt with head-on. Author: Chelsea Bard (NEWS CENTER Maine) … “Sesame Street was built on diversity, inclusion, and, especially, kindness.” "Today and every day we stand … The special defines racism for younger viewers and shows how it can be hurtful. Now in the wake of the national reckoning on race, it’s going further — teaching children to stand up against racism. Watch Sesame Street and CNN's town hall on racism: 'We can do better. NEW YORK -- "Sesame Street" has always pressed for inclusion. Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organization behind Sesame Street and several other children's programs, is presenting The Power of We: A Sesame Street Special, which will tackle racism … A CNN/Sesame Street Town Hall for … CNN and "Sesame Street" are refocusing their second town hall to address racism. The makers of " Sesame Street " are standing up against racism in a new special. "Sesame Street" and CNN will host a new 60-minute special "Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism," at 9 a.m., Saturday, June 6. Parents need to keep teaching those lessons Growing up as a brown child in Kentucky, my family didn't teach me about racism … The white Muppet soon apologizes. Now in the wake of the national reckoning on race, it's going further — teaching children to stand up against racism. We must do better' We must do better' this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Sesame Workshop — the nonprofit, educational organization behind “Sesame Street” — will later this month air the half-hour anti-racist special "The Power of We” and hopes families will watch together. “Sharing can help us feel better,” is one tip. There are also downloadable pictures to color and a certificate with a place to put the name of an upstander. In one animated skit, a Black Muppet is told by a white Muppet that he can't dress up like a superhero because they're only white. Where to Watch: CNN and CNN.com CNN/PBS/HBO. Mark Kennedy is at http://twitter.com/KennedyTwits, This image released by HBO shows some of the cast of "Sesame Street." Elmo responds: ”Elmo wouldn't care what you said 'cause Elmo is proud, proud to be red!" Sesame Workshop — the nonprofit, educational organization behind “Sesame Street” — will later this month air the half-hour anti-racist special “The Power of We” and hopes families will watch … “Hey, Elmo, how would you feel if I said, 'I don't like you ‘cause I don’t like the color red? CNN and Sesame Street hosted a June 6 town hall to discuss racism with kids and families. Sesame Street is an American educational children's television series that combines live-action, sketch comedy, animation and puppetry. * Sesame Street and CNN's Town Hall deliver powerful message about racism * Lily is the first homeless character to live on Sesame Street * Kermit the Frog will have a new voice after actor … An Open Letter regarding the CNN Sesame Street Town Hall on Racism. (Sesame Workshop/HBO via AP), Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. A post shared by Sesame Street (@sesamestreet) on Jun 1, 2020 at 4:38am PDT. Say something. Now in the wake of the national reckoning on race, it's going further — teaching children to stand up against racism. Catch up on the developing stories making headlines. CNN is teaming up with the perennial children’s program Sesame Street in a virtual town hall that will “address racism” in America in the wake of the police involved death of George Floyd. “Sesame Street” and CNN aired a town hall Saturday morning to help kids and families understand the nationwide protests on racial injustice. Act. The special defines racism for younger viewers and shows how it can be hurtful. Say something. The special concludes with the slogan “Listen. In the CNN anti-racism episode, Louie, who like Elmo is a furry red puppet, explained to his son: “Not all streets are like Sesame Street. “Sesame Street,” which last year celebrated its 50th anniversary, has a history of explaining the world to children, tackling everything from foster care to substance abuse. Don’t give in.”. “Sesame Street” and CNN aired a town hall Saturday morning to help kids and families understand the nationwide protests on racial injustice. "Sesame Street" has always pressed for inclusion. Sesame Street has never shied away from tough topics and has even dealt with racism in past installments. The hour-long special, Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism, will be hosted by CNN commentator Van Jones and CNN anchor Erica Hill, along with Sesame Street… Sesame Workshop - the nonprofit, educational organization behind Sesame Street - will later this month air the half-hour anti-racist special The Power of We and hopes families will watch … Mark Kennedy is at http://twitter.com/KennedyTwits, 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. There are also downloadable pictures to color and a certificate with a place to put the name of an upstander. In one animated skit, a Black Muppet is told by a white Muppet that he can’t dress up like a superhero because they’re only white. Geologist finds incredibly rare lump of volcanic agate rock which looks exactly like Sesame Street's Cookie Monster. It urges children who encounter racism or hear someone else be the victim of it to call it out. The show will talk to kids … Unite.”. CNN partnered with "Sesame Street" for a special town hall about racism, giving both kids and parents an opportunity to explore the current moment the … Watch with your family to learn how we can all become upstanders against racism. –(Screenshot via CNN''s website) Coming Together: Standing Up To Racism is a CNN town hall special hosted by Van Jones and Erica Hill, along with Sesame Street’s Big Bird.The special which focused on racism aired on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at 10am ET on CNN, CNN International, CNN en Español and CNN.com. NEW YORK (AP) — “Sesame Street" has always pressed for inclusion. Though hurt, the Black Muppet nevertheless refuses to stop playing superheroes, saying they can come in all colors. But when it came to anti-racism … NEW YORK -- “Sesame Street" has always pressed for inclusion. 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