WHYY for Kids

A new season of Sesame Street brings new surprises
Edited by Dan Naidoff

Cookie Monster and Ernie When Sesame Street begins its 33rd season on Monday, February 4, the landmark children's television series turns an important page in its long history of innovation and experimentation.

The first episode unveils the most significant format alterations the program has ever experienced, including new segments, smoother transitions and a deeper focus on school readiness. The changes represent the latest phase in Sesame Street's ongoing commitment to tailor the show to its audience.

New segments, such as "Journey to Ernie," as well as established ones, will occupy the same "time slots" every day. Smoother, more predictable transitions between segments create a familiar and comfortable learning environment to help young viewers absorb more information and make it easier for them to follow the program.

Sesame Street airs weekdays at 6:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on WHYY TV12.

Roses are red, and Clifford is too
Edited by Jill Zayszly

He's big. He's red. He's totally irresistible. Clifford, everyone's favorite Big Red Dog kicks off a new season with Clifford's Valentine's Day Special, airing Thursday, February 14 at 4:30 p.m. on TV12.

Clifford is as lovable as ever in this brand-new special. Hearts abound with four delightful stories to celebrate the biggest, reddest day of the year: "Cleo's Valentine Surprise," "Fan Mail," "Big Hearted T-Bone" and "Magic in the Air." Through the character of Clifford, whose heart is as big as he is, children learn gentle lessons about acceptance and inclusion.

Clifford, The Big Red Dog airs weekdays at 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.