Speaking of Psychology How Sesame Street teaches kids about emotional well-being, with Rosemarie Truglio, PhD
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May 8, 2024 Rosemarie Truglio, PhD discusses how Sesame Street prioritizes kids' emotional well-being with research-backed strategies, focuses on executive function & STEM education, and normalizes therapy for children. The show's enduring impact resonates with viewers, blending reality & fantasy to address evolving needs.
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Teaching Emotional Vocabulary To Kids
- Sesame Street focuses on providing young children with emotional vocabulary they lack to express big feelings.
- Visuals and gestures combined with words help children better understand emotions and manage them.
Sesame Street's Proven Long-Term Impact
- Longitudinal research shows that children who watched Sesame Street perform better academically later in life.
- Digital content can deliver a year's worth of learning impact in weeks, expanding reach globally.
Adapting Content To Evolving Science
- Sesame Workshop tailors content by integrating the latest research and societal needs for kids' development.
- They adapt curriculums focusing on executive function and STEM skills even for preschoolers.